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Ballymun Does Recovery Podcast: December
Ballymun Does Recovery Podcast: December
Ballymun Does Recovery Podcast: December
Sunday 4th December 2022
Daryl Matten joins Ballymun Does Recovery Podcast to discuss trauma-informed work, social factors in addiction, and the role of relationships in recovery.
51 minutes
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Author:
Jimmy Bell
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Healing Through Connection: Ballymun's Trauma-Informed Approach to Recovery
Recovery means that something's being taken back. For a lot of these people, there is nothing to recover because it probably wasn't there in the first place.
What happens when trauma meets addiction recovery? In this episode of the 'Ballymun Does Recovery Podcast', host mediaballymunComms sits down with Daryl Matten to tackle this complex question. They dive into the nitty-gritty of trauma-informed work happening in Ballymun, discussing how social factors like housing and employment impact addiction. If you've ever wondered why meaningful relationships are crucial in recovery, this conversation sheds light on it. Matten's poignant observation, 'Recovery means that something's being taken back.
For many, there was nothing there to begin with,' hits home, illustrating the deep-rooted challenges faced by those in recovery. The episode doesn't shy away from the tough stuff—policy impacts, systemic hurdles, and the often slow progress of change are all on the table. But amidst these challenges, there's a sense of hope and resilience that shines through.
Whether you're directly affected by addiction or simply curious about trauma-informed care, this episode offers a heartfelt and eye-opening perspective on the journey to healing.