BBC Radio 5 live
BBC Radio 5 live
Cultural Barriers
Cultural Barriers
Cultural Barriers
Wednesday 26th August 2020
Melissa Rice and Jade Wye discuss cultural barriers in addiction recovery with Africa Brooke and Ricky Bhandal on 'Hooked: The Unexpected Addicts'.
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Get the buttons here!Cultural Hurdles: Stories of Addiction and Recovery
And what ended up happening was: I went to university, I did a politics degree, came back out and really didn't know what to do with it. Through my experiences, what I had and everything that I learned for me to actually struggle to sit on the table of where decisions were being made, I just decided I'm going to make my own table and invite who I want.
Imagine facing addiction and recovery while also navigating cultural barriers that make the journey even tougher. In this eye-opening episode of 'Hooked: The Unexpected Addicts', hosts Melissa Rice and Jade Wye tackle the unique challenges faced by ethnic minorities in the realm of addiction. Mindset coach Africa Brooke and substance misuse consultant Ricky Bhandal join the conversation to share their personal stories and professional insights.
Africa opens up about her upbringing in Zimbabwe, where alcohol was a constant presence, and how her cultural background initially kept her from seeking help. She talks about the absence of safe spaces and supportive conversations within her community, which forced her to look elsewhere for guidance. Ricky, with over 15 years of experience as a consultant, discusses the barriers he has observed, such as the lack of role models and resources that can make recovery even more daunting.
He stresses the need for new approaches in promoting mental health and addiction recovery, including talking therapies and mutual aid groups. Throughout the episode, Melissa and Jade emphasize the damaging effects of shame in these communities and explore how music can play a healing role in the recovery process.
Africa's powerful statement, 'I just decided I'm going to make my own table and invite who I want', resonates as a call to action for creating inclusive spaces for those struggling with addiction. Tune in to 'Hooked: The Unexpected Addicts' to gain a deeper understanding of how cultural barriers impact addiction and recovery, and to find hope and inspiration from those who have overcome these challenges.