Understanding Substance Misuse and Seeking Help

If substances are causing concerns in your life, you're not alone. Substance use doesn't define your character; it reflects how addictive substances affect the brain. But it's within your control to seek help. Benjamin Veness, a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and JED consulting expert, explains substance misuse and how it affects our brains and behavior. Understanding the science of addiction empowers us to face our self-judgements and anxieties to make a change. Help is available, and reaching out for help doesn't make you weak, but instead makes you responsible. You're never alone when seeking help - JED is here for you!
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