Loving an addict is one of the hardest things someone can do. This week we hear people's reactions to Antonia's Rolls' exhibition, 'Addicts and Those Who Love Them'.

In episode 1 of Drawn to a Deeper Story, Antonia spoke about being the parent of an addict. She invited me to her exhibition in Brighton and I went along to to talk to people as they came out.

This type of exhibition creates a visceral space and being part of people's processing experiences felt like an important conversation to have.

See photos of the exhibition.

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Music by Grant McLachlan

Resources for help

In the UK

Adfam - help for families dealing with drug and alcohol addiction

Al Anon - Family group support alcohol addiction, drug addiction and addictive behaviours

Carers UK - Support for carers

Samaritans - FREE Help - Tel: 116 123, E: [email protected]

NHS Depression Support Groups

NHS Mental Health Services

The British Psychology Society - Find a Psychologist

Mind - Addiction and Dependency Support

In the USA

National Institute of Mental Health - a range of helplines

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - Tel: 1-800-273-8255

American Psychologist Association - Psychologist Finder

USA Government - Help for Mental Health and Substance Abuse

In Australia

Beyond Blue - Mental health support

Headspace - National Youth Mental Health Foundation with support services

The Black Dog Institute - Medical health resources, services and research

SANE Australia - Counselling support, Tel: 1800 187 263 (10am - 10pm)

Alcohol and Drug Foundation - Help and Support Services

OR contact medical services in your country.