Behind Closed Doors

Annie finds herself paired with someone losing a battle to alcohol abuse. Their relationship goes from happy to a state of constant sacrifice, avoidance, being subjected to aggression and eventually puts her in a position where her only choice is to leave. Annie references Turning Point (Turnpt.org) for assistance in exiting a dangerous situation and The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (samhsa.gov) that makes info, research and services more accessible to those in need. There is always hope! “Annie” is an alias and the only pictures on the Instagram account shows a inspirational book she strongly suggests; The Woman They Could Not Silence by Kate Moore and a picture of Vasquez played by Janette Goldstein because the episode was recorded on her birthday…and she is a bad-ass woman just like Annie! They can be seen along with other pictures supporting previous stories on Instagram @troubledhandspodcast