There is growing acknowledgement that in order to sustain recovery from addiction and self-harming behaviours, trauma and addiction problems need to be treated concurrently. Both male and female participants express a high level of satisfaction with the EF Program content and service delivery. Whilst abstinence from substance misuse and self-harming behaviours is the Program's long-term focus for all participants, harm minimisation is also supported.

Research conducted by Griffith University, School of Psychology, found that the EF programs:

• Include the topic areas that have been identified as key issues in the clinical research literature and
• The content of the EF programs contain key material and therapeutic exercises that are consistent with effective treatment and good practice principles.

There are a significant number of people with substance use problems who have experienced childhood trauma such as abuse and neglect. Research indicates that to sustain recovery, trauma and addiction should be addressed concurrently. The Emotional Fitness Program consists of 3 Vital Components essential to sustainable recovery.

The Emotional Fitness Program makes explicit the link between adult substance misuse and childhood trauma, however has currently postponed operating it's groups in Brisbane for the remainder of 2008 due to the change in Federal Government's funding allocation.

Cynthia Morton the Founder and CEO of The Emotional Fitness Program has been working diligently on creating a new and exciting educational program for International and Australian audiences. This independently funded, unique concept will be ready for it's launch early in 2009 along with new resources and services.

The Emotional Fitness Foundation would like to thank you for visiting our website and encourage you to view articles and interviews in our News Room, read our latest newsletter or email Cynthia personally on cynthia@emotionalfitness.com