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#126 - Phenomenology, Part 2 (Dr. Berger and Dr. Shaw)
#126 - Phenomenology, Part 2 (Dr. Berger and Dr. Shaw)
#126 - Phenomenology, Part 2 (Dr. Berger and Dr. Shaw)
Monday 16th August 2021
Dr. Daniel Berger and Dr. Mark E. Shaw explore how faith and psychology can combine for a holistic approach to addiction recovery.
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It's showing them Jesus, that is the heart change. Yeah, do I go off the way I feel, or do I go off of a truth that a higher power, if you would, has determined to be true?
Ever thought about how faith and psychology can come together to tackle addiction? In this episode of 'The Addiction Connection Podcast', Dr. Daniel Berger and Dr. Mark E. Shaw take a deep dive into the fascinating world of mental health and its history. They chat about the risks of seeing human experience purely through a biological lens and stress the need for a more rounded approach that considers physical, emotional, and spiritual elements. Dr.
Berger shares some personal stories, including how his father influenced his quest for understanding psychological concepts and diagnoses. He also introduces his book 'Saving Abnormal', which explores Kraepelinianism—a concept in psychiatric diagnosis. Meanwhile, Dr. Shaw brings up intriguing ideas like 'DFD' and uses sports analogies to explain the importance of teamwork in recovery. The conversation isn't just academic; it's deeply practical.
They discuss how grace plays a vital role in counseling and discipleship, and why it's crucial to blend theology with psychology. The duo highlights the transformative power of Jesus and the importance of diverse learning sources in recovery. Dr. Berger sums it up perfectly: 'It's showing them Jesus, that is the heart change.
Yeah, do I go off the way I feel, or do I go off of a truth that a higher power, if you would, has determined to be true?'
If you're curious about how integrating faith and psychology can offer a powerful toolkit for overcoming addiction, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in for an enriching discussion that might just change the way you think about recovery.