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189. Overcoming Addiction, PTSD, and Eating Disorders with Sam Thomas
189. Overcoming Addiction, PTSD, and Eating Disorders with Sam Thomas
189. Overcoming Addiction, PTSD, and Eating Disorders with Sam Thomas
Friday 28th February 2025
Sam Thomas shares his journey through addiction, PTSD, and eating disorders, offering hope and insights into recovery.
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51 minutes
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Patrick Fox
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Body & Mind
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Episode Overview
- Sam Thomas shares his journey through severe alcohol dependency.
- He discusses the challenges of dealing with bulimia as a teenager.
- Sam founded a men's eating disorder charity at just 21.
- He opens up about the importance of addressing men's mental health.
- The episode highlights the role of resilience and support in recovery.
I didn't really do what everybody else did. I don't think I was exposed to peer pressure in quite the same way.
In this episode of The Alcohol ReThink Podcast, Patrick Fox chats with writer and mental health advocate Sam Thomas. Sam shares his incredible journey through alcohol addiction, eating disorders, PTSD, and trauma recovery. He opens up about his struggles with alcohol dependency, including severe withdrawal symptoms like hallucinations and hospitalisation. Sam's story is one of resilience, from battling bulimia as a teenager to founding a men's eating disorder charity at just 21.
He reflects on the challenges of speaking out about men's mental health when such conversations were rare. Sam's candid discussion offers hope and insight into overcoming addiction and trauma. You'll hear about the turning points in his life, how he navigated these challenges, and what ultimately led him to sobriety. This episode is packed with valuable lessons for anyone dealing with similar issues or supporting someone who is.
Don't miss out on this powerful conversation that sheds light on the importance of mental health and recovery.