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We are currently looking for a new Co-Leader for the Multiple Health Challenges group. We are growning fast and just passed 2,200 members. This is really exciting to me, however to be honest, I have been very frustrated that there is less activity recently and as our membership grows steadily the number of comments & replies has actually diminished. Our old co-leader Chris is no longer with the group and we need to have others step up and make up for her commitment to regularly respond to posts and comments. This means a collective effort from everyone in the group! I have had numerous layers of serious physical & mental health challenges recently and not been as active as I would like in order to step back and focus on self-care. This is a time having another co-leader to pick up the slack is essential!

My last post about hobbies was actually first posted 16 months ago (when we had at least 1,000 less members) and it got over 200 ❤️ & 👍and 100 comments then! It got only ONE this time. And Laura made a great post about disability after that and it got only two responses as well. When new members open up and post to introduce themselves and then get very little response that is even worse. I fear that new members will see this and not be active moving forward. This is OUR group everybody and it functions best when members support other members. We all have our varied health histories and with them the knowledge and wisdom we’ve garnered along the way! PLEASE let’s share these with each other. Without this empathy and understanding this group is falling short of what I first envisioned when I started the group and what it’s capable of.

For a co-leader I am looking for someone to welcome new members, comment or respond to posts and other comments & replies, and make new posts to the group. It is important for the group to have distinctly different voices to support people because people might relate more to either of us. What is a really good situation is if we both respond to the same posts, welcome new members from different perspectives and provide voices for people that are accessible and relatable. There is a commitment needed that you monitor activities on the group regularly and can respond pretty quickly.

Offering your own posts provides more content for the group. I can assist and support by offering to look at your new posts for feedback and editing before you post if you would like, will comment on your posts to get the responses going to best support your efforts, and I can help finding memes or images.

I look at potential leaders' history of posts and/or comments that have helped and supported others in the past. Willingness to be honest and open about your own health challenges is crucial to best support people.

You will get access to the Community Leaders group and your name will have a “Group Leader” tab next to it up top on your comments and responses so I think people pay attention especially to your activity and wisdom shared from your personal experience. Would you consider joining me on this journey? Let’s have a DM chat to discuss this! Thanks for considering taking on this role!

In service,
Moshe
@moshemhc

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Which one is right for you?

To begin with…

In the realm of and treatment, individuals seeking help have a wide range of options to consider. Among the most common choices are inpatient treatment and intensive outpatient (IOPs). These offer valuable support for those battling substance abuse, disorders, or both. However, they differ significantly in their approach, setting, and level of care. In this article, we will explore the fundamental differences between inpatient treatment and intensive outpatient programs, helping individuals make informed decisions about the most suitable treatment path for their unique needs.

Inpatient Treatment

Inpatient treatment, also known as residential treatment, involves individuals residing within a structured facility throughout the duration of their treatment. This setting provides a highly immersive and supervised environment designed to address acute issues related to and mental health. Typically, inpatient range from 28 days to several months, depending on the severity of the individual's condition and the treatment center's recommendations.

Structure and Support

Inpatient treatment offers 24/7 care and supervision. Patients are monitored closely by a team of medical professionals, therapists, and counselors who ensure their safety and progress throughout the recovery process. The structured nature of inpatient care helps individuals establish a routine, emphasizing healthy habits and coping mechanisms.

1. What Happens When You Go through Drug or Alcohol Detoxification?

For people suffering from drug or alcohol addiction, inpatient treatment often includes a medically supervised detoxification process. This ensures the safe and gradual withdrawal from drugs or alcohol, minimizing the physical and psychological discomfort associated with withdrawal symptoms.

2. What are Individual and Group Therapy?

Inpatient treatment provides an array of therapeutic modalities, including one-on-one counseling and group therapy sessions. These therapy sessions delve into the root causes of or issues, offering patients the opportunity to gain insights, build coping skills, and develop a strong support network with peers going through similar challenges.

What is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)?

Intensive Outpatient (IOPs) are a step-down level of care that provides more flexibility compared to inpatient treatment. IOPs are designed for individuals who do not require 24/7 supervision but still need intensive and structured support.

Outpatient Treatment offers Flexibility

One of the main distinctions between IOPs and inpatient treatment is the level of flexibility offered. IOPs allow individuals to live at home or in a supportive environment while attending therapy sessions during the day or evening. This enables patients to continue with work, school, or family responsibilities while undergoing treatment.

1. What is the Time Commitment for Substance Treatment?

In comparison to the extended stays of inpatient treatment, IOPs typically require patients to attend therapy sessions three to five times a week, for three to four hours per session. This level of commitment ensures individuals receive the necessary support and therapy while maintaining some level of independence.

Focus on Relapse Prevention

IOPs place significant emphasis on relapse prevention strategies. Patients learn essential coping skills, stress management techniques, and how to identify triggers that may lead to a potential relapse. This focus on prevention equips individuals with the tools they need to sustain their progress beyond the program's duration.

Conclusion

In summary, both inpatient treatment and intensive outpatient serve essential roles in and treatment. Inpatient treatment offers a highly immersive and structured environment with 24/7 support, making it suitable for individuals requiring intensive care and a safe space to focus solely on their recovery. On the other hand, intensive outpatient provide flexibility for those with stable support systems and the ability to manage their daily responsibilities while receiving intensive therapeutic assistance.

Ultimately, the choice between inpatient treatment and an intensive outpatient program should be based on an individual's specific needs, the severity of their condition, and their support network. It is crucial for individuals seeking treatment to consult with healthcare professionals or specialists to determine the most appropriate treatment plan to embark on the path to lasting recovery.#drugaddiction #drugrehab #d rugtreatment #alcoholtreatment #Alcoholism

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A fresh start, new perspective, empty slate, limitless possibilities, put yesterday behind you and move forward, and breathe and lean into a new day. You can set new objectives, new goals, and new challenges for yourself. There is only the new moment…be present and enjoy the day. It will pass too, then the cycle begins again. Like Ground Hog’s day, as each new day comes you can adapt with new knowledge and confidence from your past experiences. Take a new step…knowing you can achieve whatever you desire…

… but it’s not always easy leaving the past behind. Painful memories can linger, past failures take away our confidence. Depression can hold us back and only have us thinking of struggles behind us and future worries, but it really is a new wonderful day! Enjoy!

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Since I was a young teenager I always struggled with addiction. It totally overshadowed my life as a secret second world. I was what they call a Functioning Addict who still showed up in life while coming home to a scary life of hell. But my job, friendships and connections to family really suffered. I went to family functions in a haze, tired from acting out in my addiction, not fully focused, not present, and I wasn't able to support others or be supported. Of course I never asked for help because not only was I not fully aware of my addiction, but I also didn't want to show weakness.

My friendships faded as I think people thought I didn't care about them...but how could I? Addiction is partially a very selfish thing...not intentionally, but I lived only for my next fix. And I hid it well, or so I thought. I cancelled commitments, didn't show up on time or at all, without any plausible excuses. I didn't know what was going on in my friends’ lives because even when I was with them I had no focus and was paranoid they’d see right through me & tried to say the right thing but looking back I usually didn't do that well.

I was a great employee when I was there on good days, but being late was a regular pattern, I didn't focus with customers and often my manager or other employees had to step in and cover for me! On my yearly reviews I got 10’s for product knowledge & customer service, but 4’s and 5’s for tardiness, lack of focus & follow through on tasks. I was passed over for promotions numerous times and was resentful and angry. In my mind I was a great employee, but in reality I was usually either zoned out or hung over from the night before, or already planning my next fix.

I was out of control on some levels but just couldn't stop. I tried to change with will power and every time I sobered up I promised myself I’d change, I’d never do that again, and in the moment thought I could, but usually the next night I’d be right back struggling lost in addictive throes. I put my life at risk hanging out in the wrong neighborhoods and with the wrong people. One of these nights I was raped and contracted HIV! There were real life consequences for my dangerous lifestyle.

I can't remember exactly when it was that I hit rock bottom, but I do remember proposing to a girl I barely knew on the 4th date and getting engaged. Turns out she too was an addict, she just hid it from me really well. I tracked her down one night into a bar and tried unsuccessfully to take her home and I came face to face that I was an addict too! I broke up with her and almost immediately went to my first 12 step meeting, learned that I was not alone and admitted that I was powerless over my addiction and my life was unmanageable.

After many ups and downs, trials and tribulations, today I have been sober for 9.5 years & each night I pray thanks for another sober day! #Addiction #AddictionRecovery #Depression #BipolarDisorder #PTSD #Alcoholism #Sexaddiction #drugaddiction #12step

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PART 1

I like to tell myself that not everyone gets the traditional story. Us kids sure didn’t have the ‘typical’ childhood & up bringing most did. My parents weren’t fit to be parents as a lot of their choices were made around drugs and crime. That led my sisters, brother and myself to be put in either an aunts care or in and out of foster homes for quite some time. Being in my mums aunts care is what really saved us kids. She had stability and structure. Every time we left my aunties that would all go out the window. My dad had landed himself in prison yet again. This time was different though, he wasn’t able to do his time nor even get a sentencing as he was murdered before trial. My mum couldn’t take care of us kids on her own at the best of times. Now this massive traumatic event, the one person that somewhat held our family together, was gone. Everything honestly got worse after that. Mum abruptly (without anyone knowing) moved us all to Queensland, and it wasn’t long after that, she had another overdose on heroin.

Im sure you’re prepared for what was next.

Back into foster care with complete strangers we went. We lived a very tortured and slaved life in this particular ‘home’. We tried expressing ourselves to DHS (department of human services) but no one would listen. It wasn’t until 2 and a half years later, when we had more foster children enter the house, that something was actually done and our voices were heard. Finally the abuse and bs stopped as all us kids were removed and placed in different homes again. Finally, our aunty found us, fought for us and flew out to Queensland to bring us back home to Melbourne. Back to our family and a place we knew we were loved and safe. Mum continued to live in Queensland for a further few years before returning to Melbourne.

You’d think after going through such traumatising events that I’d be happy to be back with family, in a safe environment with safe and loving people. But I know it wasn’t me being unhappy where I was, it wasn’t that I didn’t appreciate it either. I think because so much happened in so little time, i was feeling so very lost. I had that many things running through my mind. I didn’t know who I was anymore or what to do. I didn’t know what I wanted, why I was feeling the way I was, what was triggering me. I had the crappiest mentality. I always felt attacked, i mean half the time I was. My family assumed that I would be the child to follow in my parents footsteps. That I would be the first out of my siblings to have a child, that I would go down a ‘that’ path. I always felt such negativity towards me. I was being accused of smoking cigarettes when in actual fact I wasn’t. Lots of things pushed me to rebel. I became so fricken stubborn & such an angry person.

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