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Busting Addiction and Its Myths

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  • Mini Series 2 - What free help is available?

Mini Series 2 - What free help is available?

Friday 12th May 2023

Learn about free addiction recovery resources and debunk myths about Alcoholics Anonymous in this episode of 'Busting Addiction and Its Myths'.
5 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Supportive
Inspiring

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Busting Addiction and Its Myths
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SafeHouse Rehab Thailand
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Free Resources for Addiction Recovery: Overcoming Barriers and Finding Support

Episode Overview

  • Bruno Jr. dispels the myth that Alcoholics Anonymous is a cult and explains the accessibility of its meetings
  • He highlights the value of connecting with friends and family who have experience with addiction
  • Bruno Jr. emphasizes the increasing accessibility of free meetings through platforms like Zoom
  • The episode acknowledges the financial barriers that may hinder professional treatment
  • It encourages individuals to embrace the available help and be open to receiving support
The best free help once you get going is the help you get, the self-sustaining lifetime help you get for next to nothing. It's free.
Feeling overwhelmed by the chaos that addiction brings? This episode of 'Busting Addiction and Its Myths' is here to help. Host Bruno Jr. takes a compassionate approach to discuss the free resources available for those grappling with addiction and alcoholism. He emphasizes that the first step is often the hardest: overcoming the unjustified shame and fear that can paralyze families in crisis. Education, he argues, is key to unlocking the door to the help you need and deserve. Bruno Jr.
debunks common myths about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), explaining that it’s far from a cult and is instead a valuable resource for many. He also sheds light on other support avenues like Al-Anon meetings and the increasing availability of free online meetings via Zoom. By consulting well-regarded books such as 'Alcohol Explained' by William Porter and tapping into reliable websites like those of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), families can find credible information and support. Bruno Jr.
also highlights the importance of connecting with friends and family members who have firsthand experience with addiction, providing a network of understanding and support. The episode acknowledges the financial barriers that may prevent access to professional treatment but encourages listeners to make the most of the free help available. It’s a reassuring guide for anyone looking to navigate the challenging waters of addiction recovery without breaking the bank.