His story began when he was only a child as his mother left him, leaving him with feelings of abandonment.
This in later life caused him to suffer from mental health issues, which led him to experiencing substance misuse, and this then to offending behavior.
During this difficult 25 years of his life he had also attempted suicide more than once, he was in a very bad way.
Barbara supported him through all of these issues, and eventually was even able to help him back in to employment.
Just recently she bumped into this man that she supported and was thrilled to find that things were going brilliantly for him.
He has been substance free for 3 years, isn't experiencing any manifestations of his mental health issues, is working voluntarily whilst studying, and has full contact with his family.
It was incredible to see that even after the support from The Whitechapel had ended this man had continued to work hard to make his life better.
On meeting with Barbara again he said, "I forgot to thank you and The Whitechapel for all you did for me, I wouldn't be here now if it wasn't for you".
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To find out more about the work that the Dual Diagnosis team does, and how you can help, please visit our website at: http://www.whitechapelcentre.co.uk
