💬 Psychoeducation *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

6.3 – Why Some People Use to Cope With Emotions: Many people turn to substances not for pleasure but to numb emotional pain, quiet anxiety, or escape stress. Psychoeducation teaches that this behavior is a form of self-soothing when healthy coping tools aren’t yet developed. Substances may appear to calm the mind, but they often delay emotional healing and increase distress over time. Understanding this pattern removes shame by reframing use as an attempt to manage overwhelming feelings rather than moral failure. When you recognize the emotional triggers behind use—such as loneliness, trauma, or pressure—you can begin to replace them with safer strategies like mindfulness, support, or creative outlets. This shift builds emotional resilience and restores self-trust. Learning that coping through understanding is more effective than coping through avoidance transforms temporary relief into long-term healing and growth.

About this course

Educational modules that provide mental health knowledge, coping strategies, and practical tools for personal growth and recovery support.

This course includes:
  • Structured psychoeducation lesson plans and materials
  • Practical exercises for applying coping and wellness strategies
  • Resource guides for ongoing mental health and recovery support

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