12/09/2022
Aletheia House-Community Wellness would like to invite you to join us for our Holiday Podcast! We are going to be discussing some hard hitting topics and the stress that surrounds the Holidays for those dealing with substance use. Please take the time to read this paragraph from the SAMHSA website.
"During the holiday season, the need for a trauma-informed approach is critical. Everywhere we turn, we’re reminded that it is supposed to be “the most wonderful time of the year.” While for some that may be true, yet for others the holiday season is wrought with triggers such as songs, scents, and rituals. Then there is pressure to conform to particular social and familial expectations, increased presence of alcohol, and more interactions with family and friends. For those experiencing homelessness, the holidays may also serve as a reminder of what does not exist—a home in which to celebrate, cook, decorate, and rejoice. Loss, loneliness, and shame are powerful triggers."