Substance Support
What is the relationship between trauma and substance use?
Trauma and substance use are often closely linked. Drugs, alcohol or even food can become a way to get through the stress and emotional pain you are experiencing due to trauma.
Sometimes it feels like substances make things easier in the moment, but they can also bring complications with them.
Trying to cope by using substances or food can become a vicious cycle, until it becomes a pattern of addiction.
At Connections, there is no judgement. We recognise that everyone may be in a different stage in their journey with substances, and we know that it can be a struggle to try find your way through these issues.
If you would like to talk to someone about trauma and substances feel free to reach out.
Getting help
Getting help for trauma and substance use often requires a comprehensive approach that addresses both things at the same time.
This may involve therapy to address the underlying trauma and provide different coping mechanisms, as well as medication-assisted treatment or other forms of addiction treatment.
It can take time
It's important to understand that everyone is different, and it can take time to find the approach that’s right for you. It's essential to find a therapist who can tailor their approach to your specific needs, and that can be frustrating and take time.