Addiction - it's a massive problem that destroys lives and families and can have serious implications on a person’s medical and physical health and for some people, can end in death.

In this episode, we have a very honest and raw chat about addiction with Denise Cloughley from Seeking Solace who is a specialist in facilitating help and support for people who are addicted to drugs or alcohol and who are looking to get well and rebuild their lives. 

Denise provides invaluable insight into addiction - what causes addiction, the catalyst for seeking help and why people struggle to find the help they need, when they need it. Denise has just finished writing her book Poured Me A Glass Of Life which details her journey in choosing life over the bottle. 

If you or someone you know would like help or support for their addiction click on these links for more information:

• Seeking Solace: Solace is a drug and alcohol treatment consultancy that facilitates getting you the immediate help and support you need to get well and to rebuild your life. 
• CareNZ: CareNZ is committed to helping people live a life free from the harms of alcohol or other drugs.
• Alcohol Drug Helpline: Call 0800 787 797 or text 8681, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to speak with a trained counsellor. All calls are free and confidential.
• Drug Help NZ: DrugHelp is a programme with guidance and peer review from New Zealand based addiction treatment experts
• Alcohol NZ: Get information, advice, research and resources to help prevent and reduce alcohol-related harm in New Zealand