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High Stress Jobs and Addiction
High Stress Jobs and Addiction
High Stress Jobs and Addiction
Tuesday 30th October 2018
Joe Rizzuti discusses his battle with addiction while working as a police officer and the importance of support for high-stress jobs.
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Get the buttons here!Coping with High-Stress Jobs: Joe Rizzuti's Story of Addiction and Recovery
If we can stop one by putting the peer support and have folks like you and genesis in the education, you know what, you can't put a price on that I agree.
Ever wondered how high-stress jobs can push someone towards addiction? In this episode of 'Friends In Recovery', Mike Miles sits down with Joe Rizzuti, a retired Revere police officer, to discuss just that. Joe opens up about his own battle with self-medication while on the force, shedding light on how stressful careers can lead to substance abuse. The conversation touches on the history of recovery within law enforcement and the broader impact of the opioid crisis on life expectancy.
Joe also highlights the crucial role of Genesis House, an addiction treatment center that specializes in helping first responders like police officers and firefighters. He emphasizes the immeasurable value of peer support and education in these high-pressure professions. Throughout the episode, both Mike and Joe share candid stories from their journeys to sobriety, making it clear how vital a strong support network is for recovery.
Joe's experience getting sober within his department in Lowell serves as an inspiring example of peer-driven support. The episode also discusses the need for more education on police stress and how programs like debriefings can positively impact officers' mental health. This episode offers hope and encouragement for anyone struggling with substance abuse, especially those in high-stress jobs. Tune in to hear Joe's honest and heartfelt story, and learn about the importance of finding the right support system for recovery.