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Welcome to Unlocking College Life! Real talk about all things college -- the good, the bad, the messy, the complicated, all of it. And you get to participate! Our show incorporates what you have to say -- your questions and your feedback. We go beyond our experiences working in higher education and mental health with hundreds of students like you. We reflect on current and ever-present issues of college students, with you and our guests. We‘ll encourage you to try new things in order to connect differently with yourself and others. And we hope to help you shift your perspectives on the college experience, authoring your own path. Let‘s dive in.
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Tuesday Apr 05, 2022
Tuesday Apr 05, 2022
Joy and Ilona talk with Todd Perry who never imagined he would be a college student. This episode is especially for those who have struggled with addiction and don’t believe college is a possibility. Todd had behavioral issues as a young person, and a traumatic upbringing. He lived through years as an addict, and eventually broke the cycle of drug and alcohol addiction. With essential help from others, Todd is now a social work student and a peer-support specialist for the Spartan Recovery Program at UNC Greensboro.
Key Takeaways:
- Power of shame
- The court-appointed attorney who saw something in Todd
- What happened when he went to treatment
- The recovery community - a different type of love and compassion
- Dedication to helping others - being part of something bigger than himself
- How to help college students who are struggling with drinking and/or other drugs
- The possibility of being on prescription medication while in recovery
- If you are wondering about recovery on your campus, Todd shares some advice
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