Our Mission:
What is Addiction?
- Addiction is a complex disease, often chronic in nature, which affects the functioning of the brain and body.
- It also causes serious damage to families, relationships, schools, workplaces and neighbourhoods.
- The most common symptoms of addiction are severe loss of control, continued use despite serious consequences, preoccupation with using, failed attempts to quit, tolerance and withdrawal.
- Addiction can be effectively prevented, treated and managed by healthcare professionals in combination with family or peer support.
Drug Stigma & Shame:
- The truth is, addiction is a disease. A person with an addiction can’t “just stop” taking drugs. A drug or alcohol problem isn’t something to be ashamed about—it’s something to get help for.
- Stigma looms over parents or family members who have a loved one struggling with a substance use disorder. Insensitive and dehumanising words like “junkie” or “druggie” can and do sting. Far too often, society has a knee-jerk reaction to those struggling with an addiction disorder.
- What must be understood is that a drug or alcohol addiction is not a moral failing. It’s a disease that requires professional treatment.
- Stigma causes guilt and shame and is the major component that prevents those experiencing addiction — and their loved ones — from seeking professional help.
WHAT IS FAMILY SUPPORT?
What does a Family Support Group do?
OUR FAMILY SUPPORT GROUPS FOR ALL THOSE LIVING WITH SUBSTANCE MISUSE
We offer an open, friendly, accessible and non-judgmental family support service so that no family has to live with the isolation that drug use can bring. Come along to one of our weekly meetings that take place in Dundalk, Cavan, Drogheda or Navan. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you feel, for the moment, you need 1 to 1 support. We are are here to help & support you.
Call: 042 93 55251 / 087 9046405 /
Emall: info.fasn@gmail.com
Navan Support Group
Wednesday Evening, 7.00pm – 9.00pm
Kennedy Road,
Navan,
Co. Meath
Drogheda Support Group
Thursday Evening, 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Batchelors’ Lane
Drogheda
Co. Louth
Dundalk Support Group
Thursday Evening, 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Armagh Rd
Dundalk
Co.Louth
Cavan Support Group
Monday Evening (except bank holidays), 7.30pm – 9.30pm
26 Bridge Street,
Cavan
Co. Cavan
Upcoming Events
FASN Pop Up Shop
Annual Commemoration Service 2018
Fun Raising Fund Raising Auction
RISE Programs
Family Educational Program for Family Members living with addiction issues
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PROCESS OF ADDICTION
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5-STEP METHOD
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