In this episode of the Well Aware Podcast, Aware Recovery Care’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Lauren Grawert is joined by author and victim rights expert Jennifer Storm for an insightful conversation on how trauma and addiction go hand-in-hand. Together, they explore the challenges of experiencing addiction at a young age, the long journey of healing from sexual violence, and the struggles faced by the LGBTQ+ community. Jennifer’s story is one of resilience, advocacy, and transformation—and this conversation offers insight, hope, and inspiration for anyone touched by trauma or addiction.

Get the Facts: Substance Use in the LGBTQ Community
Reviewed by: Aware Recovery Care Addiction impacts people from all walks of life. However, certain groups experience addiction at higher rates than others. Even though members of the LGBTQ community are more likely to use to drugs and alcohol, there