Chamique Holdsclaw, mental health advocate, former WNBA All-Star, and daughter of two parents with alcoholism, takes us through her youth, remarkable career in collegiate and professional basketball, and sudden mental health crisis that turned her pain into strength to become a mental health advocate for high-performers. In this episode, Chamique explains how Alateen helped her understand the disease that her parents suffered from, and ultimately build resilience during a time in which she needed it the most.

Alateen is a resource for teens who are experiencing the effects of someone else's alcohol use. If you have more questions, visit: https://al-anon.org/newcomers/teen-corner-alateen/ 

Chamique's documentary, "Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw," can be found here: https://kovnocommunications.org/films/mindgame-the-unquiet-journey-of-chamique-holdsclaw/ 

If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com.

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Chamique Holdsclaw, mental health advocate, former WNBA All-Star, and daughter of two parents with alcoholism, takes us through her youth, remarkable career in collegiate and professional basketball, and sudden mental health crisis that turned her pain into strength to become a mental health advocate for high-performers. In this episode, Chamique explains how Alateen helped her understand the disease that her parents suffered from, and ultimately build resilience during a time in which she needed it the most.
Alateen is a resource for teens who are experiencing the effects of someone else's alcohol use. If you have more questions, visit: <a href="https://al-anon.org/newcomers/teen-corner-alateen/">https://al-anon.org/newcomers/teen-corner-alateen/ </a>
Chamique's documentary, "Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw," can be found here: <a href="https://kovnocommunications.org/films/mindgame-the-unquiet-journey-of-chamique-holdsclaw/">https://kovnocommunications.org/films/mindgame-the-unquiet-journey-of-chamique-holdsclaw/ </a>
If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com.
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Pre-Order "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life": <a href="https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/">https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ </a>
Find Nzinga on Threads and X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/</a>
Follow us on IG: @unaddictionpod
If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod.

Is addiction hereditary? Can stress or trauma cause addiction? Can I lead a fulfilling life after addiction?

In Un-Addiction, the podcast, Dr. Nzinga Harrison and her guests will answer these questions and more. Hear hopeful and inspiring stories from your favorite artists, authors, and change-makers as we un-learn what we think we know about addiction, undo the stigma around addiction and uncover the critical conversations necessary to take our lives back from addiction.

Dr. Nzinga Harrison is a board-certified psychiatrist with a specialty in addiction medicine, and co-founder of Eleanor Health, whose mission is to help those affected by addiction live amazing lives. 

Follow us on IG: @unaddictionpod

If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod.

Is addiction hereditary? Can stress or trauma cause addiction? Can I lead a fulfilling life after addiction?
In Un-Addiction, the podcast, Dr. Nzinga Harrison and her guests will answer these questions and more. Hear hopeful and inspiring stories from your favorite artists, authors, and change-makers as we un-learn what we think we know about addiction, undo the stigma around addiction and uncover the critical conversations necessary to take our lives back from addiction.
Dr. Nzinga Harrison is a board-certified psychiatrist with a specialty in addiction medicine, and co-founder of Eleanor Health, whose mission is to help those affected by addiction live amazing lives. 
Follow us on IG: @unaddictionpod
If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod.

Un-Addiction with Nzinga Harrison, MD

Episode 3: Chamique Holdsclaw, Mental Health Advocate

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