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Why don't we talk about Alcoholism?

Why don't we talk more about Alcoholism

Whilst many people who drink alcohol are not clinically dependant, this deeply moving TEDx talk by Sarah Drage explains her feelings about the stigma attached to alcoholism that took her father, Steve.

 

Alcoholism - The deadly truth about its stigma | Sarah Drage | TEDxFolkestone

 

 And it is this stigma that stops 'grey area drinkers' from seeking help before they hit 'rock bottom'. Thankfully, there is a growing awareness of the benefits of an alcohol free life, but we could all do more to get men talking about mental health and using alcohol to numb out the anxiety that seems so commonplace in today's world

 

Find out more about Sarah's work at https://www.facebook.com/WarriorKindCIC