Mary Woods
Mary Woods
Cocked and Loaded
Cocked and Loaded
Cocked and Loaded
Monday 22nd June 2009
Richard Broom talks about his journey from Army service to addiction and recovery. Gain insights on mental health and substance abuse on 'One Hour AT A Time'.
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Get the buttons here!Richard Broom's Battle: From Army Service to Addiction Recovery
I just want to kind of underline for everyone how important it is to understand that addiction is a brain disease and while people are responsible for their behavior, this is a disease that people can recover from and do recover from.
What happens when a soldier's fight doesn't end on the battlefield? Richard Broom's story is a gripping tale of resilience, spanning from his days in the Army to his struggle with addiction and eventual recovery. In this episode of 'One Hour AT A Time', host Mary Woods sits down with Richard to unpack his journey. Drafted into the Army in 1966, Broom served until 1968, but his toughest battles were yet to come.
After a stint in prison, he found himself working in Florida, where his life took a downward spiral into alcoholism. Richard candidly discusses how he used alcohol to numb the emotional scars from his military service. His narrative sheds light on the deep connection between mental health issues and substance abuse. But it's not all doom and gloom. Richard's story is one of hope and transformation.
He talks about the pivotal role of support systems and evidence-based practices in his recovery. Now a primary therapist at Behavioral Health of the Palm Beaches, he helps others navigate their own paths to sobriety. This episode isn't just about addiction; it's about understanding it as a brain disease that can be overcome with the right support. Richard's experience underscores the importance of combining common sense with modern treatment methods.
Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers invaluable insights and a message of hope.