In Western Wisconsin, the fight against the opioid crisis and drug-related overdoses remains a critical concern. As our community continues to address this challenge...
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We live in a place that has only a short window to enjoy warm, summery weather, so summer means more chances for socializing. We also live in a place where culturally, socializing means alcohol. Alcohol seems to make an appearance everywhere from music festivals to baby showers and in all activities from painting to yoga…
The thing is, the very factors that put those in the LGBTQ+ community at greater risk for all of these things are the same ones that make it harder for them to find a supportive, effective pathway to recovery. From discrimination in healthcare/treatment settings to loss of connection with family, pain and struggle become the norm. Isolation sets in, loneliness takes root, and before long you’ve lost all hope that anything can/will ever be different.
And if there’s one thing we know about recovery, it’s that hope is key.
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The book gives a definitive overview of the types of resources you might consider when beginning recovery. Depending on your recovery needs, you might find a support group helpful, or maybe inpatient treatment makes sense for you. No matter what fits into your plan, knowing what is out there can help you start thinking about what kind of support you need.
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