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  • Understanding self-harm: Breaking the stigma

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    John McKeown

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    Each year, globally, March the 1st marks Self-Harm Awareness Day (also known as Self Injury Awareness Day); shedding light on a complex and often stigmatised…
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  • Why addiction recovery is called “an inside job”

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    John McKeown

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    “Nothing changes if nothing changes: Change is a process, not an event: Life on life’s terms:  Progress, not perfection.” If you are already in addiction recovery,…
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  • The link between trauma and mental health

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    John McKeown

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    Trauma is more than just an unfortunate event; it’s an experience that can deeply shake a person’s sense of safety and well being. Traumatic experiences often…
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  • Why building support systems is key in mental health and addiction recovery

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    John McKeown

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    The phrase, and belief, that “the opposite of addiction is connection,” has been expressed in fellowship meetings, support groups, and encouraged by mental health and…
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  • Understanding dual diagnosis

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    John McKeown

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    Looking at the connection between mental health and addiction. Many individuals who struggle with addiction also face co-occurring mental health challenges; a condition known as dual diagnosis. For example,…
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  • Movement: Moving more for our mental health

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    John McKeown

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    The theme for Mental Health Awareness Week 2024, which is happening from 13 to 19 May, is “Movement: Moving more for our mental health”, highlighting the important…
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