Pubdate: Fri, 14 Apr 2006 Source: Comox Valley Record (CN BC) Copyright: 2006 Comox Valley Record Contact: http://www.comoxvalleyrecord.com/ Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/784 ADDICTION ADVICE OFFERED SOON The effects of addiction extend far beyond the person with the problem, says the Comox Valley Mental Health and Addiction Services. The family, friends, colleagues and employers are also impacted, and these individuals often feel powerless and unaware of what to expect and how to help. Comox Valley Mental and Addiction Services has developed a group to address these concerns. The "Addiction and Recovery Education" series aims to provide information about what addiction and recovery are; how people change their behaviour; how to help someone with an addiction problem; what is available locally; and self-care. The four-session series will run Tuesday evenings from 7--9 p.m. beginning May 9. Registration is required. Lillian Ramsden, addictions counsellor, and Sam Sommers, addictions team co-ordinator, will present the series. - --- MAP posted-by: Derek