An Approach to Addictions

Presented by addictions counsellor Ronnie Orr “In West Belfast you can get Cocaine delivered to your door, quicker than a Domino’s pizza” Drugs are the scourge of our communities, yet Alcohol remains as stubborn a problem as ever. This workshop takes a look at the approach to Addiction services in the community and in the Criminal Justice sector. The main aim of the workshop is to look at how Addiction can be tackled, Harm Reduction, the role of groups and the role of lived experience. We will consider the influence of Trauma, family and suicide, We will also take a brief look at Gambling and Sex addictions. Ronnie Orr is an Addictions Co-Ordinator at West Wellbeing and Dual Diagnosis counsellor at Ascert for 5 years.