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getting clean
by Erin Alys
lack of
resources
turning a
blind eye
lack of
sympathy
environmental
influence
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stigma
among users
relapse
and sobriety
prescribed by a
professional
codependent
users
withdrawal
symptoms
ABOUT
Sobriety is a daily choice. An addict has to overhaul nearly every facet of their lives in order to stay clean, and even then there are factors beyond their control. It is not as simple as willpower. An addict is constantly challenged by their environment.
Each actor was tasked with representing a specific struggle connected to getting “clean,”both literally and figuratively. Afterwards, they were interviewed about the experience, their research and what action-based steps they believe we can take as a community to improve this national health emergency.
“Relapse rates for people treated for substance use disorders are compared with those for people treated for high blood pressure and asthma. Relapse is common and similar across these illnesses. If people stop following their medical treatment plan, they are likely to relapse. Therefore, substance use disorders should be treated like any other chronic illness. Relapse serves as a sign for resumed, modified, or new treatment.”
- The Journal of Neuroscience
CREATIVE
Actors:
Erin Alys
Jacob Athyal
Lillian Brown
Connor Graham
Matthew Greenberg
Rina Hajra
Jessica Hughes
Kylie Logan
Sean Naughton
Director & Editor: Erin Alys
Stage Manager: Tamara Boeck
Photographer: Jacob Athyal
the making of
getting clean
Volunteer or donate to the Trini Foundation,
a non-profit organization dedicated to introducing the
transformational practice of yoga to individuals
struggling with drug and alcohol addiction.
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