Do you feel alone with addiction?
I know I did. Whether it is your addiction, or another family member’s disease, addiction can feel very isolating. The stigma of addiction keeps us from sharing and receiving the help and resources that we need.
As you watch these videos below remember that according to USC research on addiction, in any given year 47 percent of the U.S. adult population will suffer from some type of addiction. From that statistic alone, it is clear that this is an epidemic that is shared by many families.
Videos can quickly give a clear message in a user-friendly way. A video can educate, engage or entertain. My goal this year to get over my fear and do more videos, so I have included my first video for the new year below.
You will also find eleven other amazing videos with important information about the dangers of substance abuse and addiction as well as a little humor and music to remind you as we start 2012 that you are not alone on this journey. We are all in this together, side by side as we walk this path together.
Cathy Taughinbaugh, Welcome to Treatment Talk and Happy 2012
Libby Cataldi, author of Stay Close talks about a mother’s journey with her son’s addiction.
Alcoholism is a Disease by Lisa Frederickson
Skateboarding Legend Christian Hosoi: Faith After Addiction.
Actor Josh Leonard, The Power of Addiction
You Are Not Alone: Strength, Hope and Courage
Claudia Black: Children of Denial – Growing Up With Addiction
Queens University: Binge Drinking
Robin Williams Talks About Alcohol
Laura White sings Michael Jackson’s You Are Not Alone
Finally don’t miss Overtaken, which is an amazing documentary out of Laguna Niguel by Jodi Barber and Christine Brant, featuring the struggles of addiction through the lives of young adults.
For more videos from parents, former addicts and other family members be sure to check out the You Are Not Alone Campaign at Partnership at DrugFree.org.
May you be blessed with strength, hope, peace, serenity, and joy in 2012.
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Good job Cathy,
great to hear you, keep it going.
be good to yourself
David
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Hi David,
Thanks so much. Happy 2012 to you.
Cathy recently posted..Reminder: You Are Not Alone on Your Addiction Journey
Hi Cathy,
A very Happy New Year to you!!
Dealing with addiction is not easy. This is especially so when we feel alone. It is that much harder to continue a struggle against addiction or any form of adversity when we feel alone. Our strengths after all has its limits.
This is why I am glad you shared this article because it reminds us that there are others out there who face the same struggles.
Including videos are indeed a great way to get a point across and make an article different. I am glad you overcame your fear about posting videos.
Thank you for sharing this lovely article!
Irving the Vizier
The Vizier recently posted..Resolutions of the Vizier for 2012
Hi Irving,
I do believe that the stigma of addiction keeps people from sharing with others and promotes denial. The more aware people are that others are also suffering from this disease will help promote healing for all. There are many informational videos out there to share information, so hopefully people will watch at least one or two and learn something new. We know that there is support out there for those that need it.
Powerful collection here, Cathy. I especially love Robin Williams humor. Sometimes comedy exposes the truth in wonderfully refreshing and enlightening way. I do believe maintaining a sense of humor is one of the most empowering ways to endure the darkest times.
rob white recently posted..When Two Hands on the Clock Meet on Twelve
Hi Rob,
i agree, we need to laugh to break the stress and realize that we are all human and make mistakes. I’ve seen so many parents who seem shell shocked when their kids are in the midst of their addiction, but as time goes on, with support from others, they begin to relax a little which is much healthier for them.
Wow! What a powerful collection you’ve pulled together. Thank you so much! And, as you said, knowing that you are not alone can be very powerful for both the addict/alcoholic and their loved ones. Wishing you all the best for 2012 and thank you for all of your excellent posts. Lisa
Lisa Frederiksen – BreakingTheCycles.com recently posted..Drunk Walking?
Hi Lisa,
Glad you enjoyed the videos. Yours is a wonderful contribution and gives so much information on the disease of addiction. Knowing that there is support can make a difference for many families.
Cathy recently posted..Reminder: You Are Not Alone on Your Addiction Journey
Hi Cathy,
Great job with the video. I am proud of you. I too like the humor Robin Williams adds. Humor and help in many ways. Keep up the great work and thank you for sharing the videos.
Great way to start the new year.
Blessing to you,
Debbie
Debbie @ Happy Maker recently posted..How to Take Charge of Your World in 2012!
Hi Debbie,
I decided this year that my goal was to make more videos, so I thought it’s good to get started right away and see how it goes. Humor does help in many situations, and just knowing that there are others in the same situation helps.
What a comprehensive list of videos. Thanks so much for providing those!
Missy | Literal Mom recently posted..Bring the Clean (Living, that is) in 2012 – and a Giveaway!
Hi Missy,
Glad you liked them. Hope they are helpful.
Cathy recently posted..USC Trojan Family – We Are Addicts
Congratulations on your video, Cathy. It’s wonderful!
Powerful collections of videos you put together for this post.
Addiction is such a sad, sad situation. My heart goes out to all who are in the grips. I know what it’s like.
Keep up the great work sharing with the world, Cathy.
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Nice, I’ve bookmarked the page in Digg under “TreatmentTalk Reminder: You Are Not Alone on Your Addiction Journey | Treatment Talk”. So hopefully our friends can give you a visit. Keep up the good stuff.