Alex Butler
Alex Butler
Follow up on substance abuse versus mental illness. Give me your feedback.
Follow up on substance abuse versus mental illness. Give me your feedback.
Follow up on substance abuse versus mental illness. Give me your feedback.
Monday 29th November 2021
Alex Butler clarifies the link between substance abuse and mental illness, stressing the need for compassion and better mental health resources.
3 minutes
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Alex Butler
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Alex Butler Sets the Record Straight: Substance Abuse vs. Mental Illness
Our government needs to spend more and invest more in mental illness, because everyone that uses drugs is not a bad person.
Feeling overwhelmed by the confusion between substance abuse and mental illness? Alex Butler is here to clear things up. In this episode of 'Real Talk on Substance Abuse', Alex dives into the often misunderstood relationship between these two challenges. Drawing from his own journey through addiction and mental health struggles, he breaks down why substance abuse and mental illness, while linked, are not the same thing.
Alex points out that mental illness can sometimes lead to substance abuse as a form of self-medication, but it's crucial to understand that not all substance abusers have a mental illness and vice versa. He stresses the need for better mental health resources and a more compassionate approach to those struggling with addiction.
With raw honesty and a call for empathy, Alex's message is clear: those battling addiction aren't bad people; they're often dealing with complex issues that require proper support. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding and perhaps find some hope and direction if you or someone you love is facing these challenges.