Daniel Unmanageable
Daniel Unmanageable
Influencing Substance Use w/guest, Melanie Brown.
Influencing Substance Use w/guest, Melanie Brown.
Influencing Substance Use w/guest, Melanie Brown.
Thursday 24th November 2022
Tune in to Hard Knox Talks as Melanie Brown discusses her battle with addiction and the significance of holistic treatment and community support.
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49 minutes
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Daniel Unmanageable
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Melanie Brown's Journey: Overcoming Addiction and Finding Hope
The solution was always right there, I just never realized it.
Growing up around Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings, Melanie Brown seemed to have the solution to addiction right in front of her. Yet, she still found herself ensnared by substance use and an eating disorder. In this heartfelt episode of Hard Knox Talks, Melanie opens up about her personal struggles and triumphs in her path to recovery.
As a registered social worker and someone who has lived through the challenges of addiction, Melanie offers a unique perspective on the importance of addressing the whole person in treatment. She also shares insights from her family's experience running Prairie Sky Recovery Centre in Saskatchewan. Host Daniel Unmanageable and Melanie touch on crucial topics such as the criminalization of addiction, the impact on families, and the power of community support.
They also explore how media representations can shape our understanding of addiction and recovery. Melanie's candidness and vulnerability make this episode a compelling listen for anyone affected by addiction. Whether you're seeking support, understanding, or just a powerful story of resilience, this conversation offers valuable takeaways.