Billy and Jason
Billy and Jason
146: Is Alcoholism Different than Drug Addiction? (Sort Of)
146: Is Alcoholism Different than Drug Addiction? (Sort Of)
146: Is Alcoholism Different than Drug Addiction? (Sort Of)
Sunday 14th August 2022
Billy and Jason discuss if alcoholism differs from drug addiction, exploring societal views, biological factors, and mental health in 'Recovery (Sort Of)'.
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Get the buttons here!Alcoholism vs. Drug Addiction: Are They Really Different?
So the difference when you talk about the difference between alcoholism and addiction, yes, addiction to other drugs is- look, quote, unquote- worse on the person, but only because the way society looks at alcohol it's not fundamentally any different.
Ever wondered if alcoholism is truly different from drug addiction? In this episode of 'Recovery (Sort Of)', hosts Billy and Jason tackle this intriguing question head-on. They dig into whether process or behavioral addictions operate differently from drug addictions and explore how these various forms of obsession and compulsion impact the body. Is it just the substances that differ, or does the addictive process itself vary? And what role does society's perception play in all this?
The duo also delves into the half-life of alcohol and how it might influence the differences between alcoholism and drug addiction. One key takeaway is that societal views may make addiction to other drugs seem worse, even though there’s no fundamental biological or chemical difference between alcoholism and drug addiction. Billy and Jason don’t shy away from discussing mental health either, emphasizing its crucial role in addiction recovery.
They highlight how schools today are more focused on mental health and coping mechanisms compared to their own school days. The episode offers a thought-provoking discussion that challenges conventional beliefs about addiction. Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable insights into the complex nature of addiction and recovery.