Question

Drugs and alcohol have a clear effect on the safety of individuals, families, and the community. For example, drug use may harm individuals by causing health problems or accidents. Alcohol use may impact family safety by making child abuse and domestic violence more likely. Substance use may harm the community by increasing crime or causing car accidents. Look online for statistics about the impact of drugs and alcohol on personal, family, or community safety. Be sure to use credible sources with factual information, such as government websites. Share at least three interesting pieces of information with the class, and include a link to indicate the source of your information.

Answer 1

My biggest struggles while I was active in my addiction was being homeless and in a physical domestic violence relationship… I have had struggles and difficult moments in recovery but it’s better than when I was active in my addiction. I am so glad that I decided to go into residential treatment, because getting clean was the best thing.

If you are the victim of domestic abuse, your personal safety must take priority over any feelings you may have for the perpetrator. Treatment programs can help establish a recovery plan that will help individuals in an abusive relationship move forward with their lives, away from toxic and dangerous relationships. Treatment programs and other domestic abuse resources are available to help you find safety and healing. Additionally, case managers can assist with helping victims obtain advocates for domestic violence, including resources for domestic violence shelters. If you are searching for substance abuse treatment, contact a treatment provider today for help.

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