2. Bereaved Through Substance Use
Dr Jeanette Wilkes
GP with a Special interest in Substance misuse

3. Key messages Show kindness and compassion Language is important
E.g. avoid judgemental references to addiction
Every Bereaved person is an individual
Listening is more important than talking
Everyone can make a contribution
Goes back to no 1, everyone can show a bit of kindness and compassion
Working together
The report is good short reading, with examples and numerous useful links