Special Encore Presentation: Stories of Recovery from Co-Occurring Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders

Summary: When The Door Opened tells the authentic stories of twelve men who have experienced treatment and recovery from co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorders. Co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorders are brain diseases that affect individuals, families, and communities regardless of socio-economic status, ethnicity, or upbringing. There is no magic bullet for these chronic illnesses, but there are effective treatments through which recovery is achieved. Creator and CEO of WestBridge, Mary Ryan Woods, RNC, and Katherine Armstrong interviewed current and past participants of WestBridge, a dual diagnosis treatment program. Based on their dialogue, each chapter shares the raw memories and candid reflections of one man regarding his journey.