Rethink Addiction is an independent group of like-minded organisations which has been formed to educate and advocate for the need to change Australia’s attitude and approach to addiction.
The campaign seeks to educate the general public about the real stories of addiction so that the damaging stigma around addiction and treatment can be reduced. It is also calling on key decision-makers to commit to addressing addiction as a national priority.
The group was formed to leverage off the national attention to the new SBS series, Addicted Australia.
The series has provided an insight into addiction, stigma and treatment by following 10 clients, their clinicians, peer support group and families and friends as they take part in a six-month treatment program designed by Turning Point.
The series covers alcohol, gambling and drug addiction, treatment (including peer and family support) in addition to the social issues that worsen the stigma and isolation associated with addiction.