Author: Riley

TL;DR: Drinking as a trauma response is more common than most people realize. In this powerful story, Janie shares how alcohol became her way of coping with buried pain, why traditional recovery paths didn’t work for her, and how discovering This Naked Mind finally gave her lasting freedom. ⚠️ Trigger Warning: This post discusses trauma, sexual abuse, self-harm, and drinking as a trauma response. Please take care while reading and skip this story if it may be triggering for you. Have you ever wondered why some people turn to alcohol during their darkest moments? For many, drinking as a trauma…

Watching someone you love suffer while refusing help is one of the most painful and helpless positions you can be in. Whether it’s your child, partner, sibling, or close friend, witnessing the emotional, behavioral, or cognitive changes brought on by mental illness can feel overwhelming, especially when the person you’re concerned about doesn’t believe they need help. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to help someone who doesn’t want help, reasons why they might not want help yet, and how to navigate situations dealing with psychosis. Knowing this information can ease feelings of helplessness, give you practical ways to…