I had the priviledge of writing this article about my niece. I am so very proud of her and my nephew Ryan for telling their story. The more we stop hiding, the more we keep sharing our stories of recovery the more we come back to the light.

-Kate

LAYTON — Madison Rose was never comfortable in social situations. Shy and more of an introvert, she struggled with anxiety when it came to opening up in groups. When she first started drinking, she noticed that for the first time in her life, she could communicate without the anxiety that accompanied it.

"I was only having a couple of drinks. It was no big deal, plus it came with the benefit of making me feel comfortable," Rose said. "I never would have dreamed I would become dependent on alcohol."

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