Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
Treatment after jail (feat. Danielle)
Treatment after jail (feat. Danielle)
Treatment after jail (feat. Danielle)
Sunday 11th February 2024
Danielle shares her journey from jail to rehab, highlighting the kindness she encountered and the need for better mental health support.
24 minutes
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Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
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Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!From Jail to Rehab: Danielle's Journey
Episode Overview
- Danielle transitions from jail to a rehab facility despite not using substances.
- The kindness of her rehab roommate and others made a significant impact.
- Rehab experiences highlight both support and systemic frustrations.
- Danielle emphasises the need for better mental health support and criminal justice reform.
- Small acts of kindness can make a huge difference in someone's recovery journey.
I was so overwhelmed, I was sobbing in the shower. You have no idea how much that meant.
Ever wondered what it's like to transition from jail to a rehab facility? This episode of Bold Beautiful Borderline dives deep into Danielle's journey as she moves from incarceration to a substance use treatment centre, despite not using substances herself. Hosts Laurie Edmundson and Sara Amundson bring their usual mix of raw honesty and humour to this touching story. Danielle shares how the kindness of strangers, including her amazing roommate, made a huge difference in her difficult time.
She talks about the importance of support for those with substance use issues and comorbid mental health challenges, especially those re-entering society from the criminal justice system. From using real shampoo for the first time in months to the emotional rollercoaster of rehab life, Danielle's story is both heart-wrenching and uplifting. You'll hear about the frustrating aspects of the rehab system, like limited counselling sessions and the struggles of being an atheist in a 12-step programme.
But amidst the challenges, there's hope and camaraderie. Danielle's experience highlights the need for better mental health support and criminal justice reform. By the end, you'll be inspired by her resilience and the small acts of kindness that helped her through. Don't miss out on this compelling episode—it's a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of community.