Blogs
1) The Alcoholism Home Page: About Health provides a blog covering a multitude of current issues, research, and tips for the treatment of alcoholism. This blog is useful to develop a foundational understanding of the implications of alcohol addiction and treatment, in addition to providing resources for individuals looking to begin sobriety. 3 out of 5 stars.
2) The Discovering Alcoholic: A recovering alcoholic documents her experiences and provides both encouragement to fellow alcoholics in addition to community resources and treatment intervention research. Recovering alcoholics may find this blog particularly encouraging and helpful while embarking on the journey of recovery. 3.5 out of 5 stars.
3) Drugs & Health - NIDA's Blog for Teens: This blog provides information and resources regarding adolescent issues in drug and alcohol. The usefulness of this blog lies in its incorporation of teenage issues tied to drug abuse, including celebrities, social media, real stories from adolescents, and information on how drugs affect a developing body. 4 out of 5 stars.
4) Drug Addiction Support: The personal experiences of a recovering addict working the 12 Step Program are documented in this personal blog. Individuals in recovery in particular will be able to identify with the writings of this blogger and will find resources and reflections on AA ideals. 3 out of 5 stars.
5) Cottonwood, Tucson - Addiction, Rehab, and Co-Ocurring Disorders News: This blog provided by Cottonwood Tucson inpatient behavioral health treatment center provides a look at co-occurring treatment of substance abuse and mental health disorders. This blog is great at examining the interrelated effects of mental health and addiction and is useful for both mental health professionals and individuals going through recovery. 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Podcasts
6) The Bridge Between Suicide and Life: Speaker Kevin Briggs shares his story of patrolling the San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge, in which he accumulated many experiences of individuals attempting suicide. The interrelated nature of depression and suicidal ideation within substance abuse reveals the relevance and necessary awareness of this issue. This talk provides encouragement and advice to both individuals who contemplate suicide along with their family members and friends. 4.5 out of 5 stars.
7) Confessions of a Depressed Comic: Speaker Kevin Breel shares his powerful story of how depression can take many forms, including the outgoing, funny, and seemingly happy comedian in his case. Individuals and family members of those suffering from depression or substance abuse may identify with Breel's story. This podcast reveals how misconceptions of mental health lead to the further stigmatization of depression. 4 out of 5 stars.
8) Counseling using Creativity - Facing the Fear: Speaker Krylyn Peter discusses the usefulness and implications of utilizing creative and expressive interventions in overcoming barriers in a group therapeutic environment. Both mental health professionals and individuals in recovery may find this podcast useful in developing a better understanding of how expressive therapies provide an avenue for strengthening the therapeutic alliance and encouraging individuals to expressive their thoughts and feelings regarding recovery. 3.5 out of 5 stars.
9) The Science of Addiction: Speakers Robert and Julia discuss the disease of addiction, how the brain is affected by the abuse of drugs, and how some individuals are predisposed to this disease. This podcast is incredibly useful for individuals suffering from addiction and their families in order to develop an understanding of the nature of addiction and how it is detrimental to essential brain functions. 3.5 out of 5 stars.
10) Toward a New Understanding of Mental Illness: Speaker Thomas Insel, director of the National Institute of Mental Health, speaks of how before we can make progress in decreasing the prevalence of mental illness, we must first reframe our conceptions of mental disorders by instead viewing them as "brain disorders." This podcast is particularly useful for friends and family members of individuals suffering from mental illness as it provides an understanding of the nature of mental illness and how stigma is detrimental to recovery. 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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