Posted 27 Nov 2009 - 15:42 by editor
Ups and Downs
Queensland Government have published an introductory self-help booklet for people living with substance use and mental health problem. It's titled Ups and Downs and can be accessed from Queensland Health' Publication section on their website. Click here to view this booklet
The booklet contains basic information about alcohol, tobacco and other drugs as well as contact numbers of services (in Queensland ) that can provide more detailed information. The booklet also suggests ways of managing uncomfortable symptoms of mental health problems without drinking or using drugs.
It uses the metaphor of snakes and ladders and has some great metaphors to explain the process of recovery and lapses and relapses. A great resource.