Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster

Real Recovery Talk

Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster

  • 503: How Holistic Medicine is Helping Addicts and Alcoholics: Dr. Sam Zand

503: How Holistic Medicine is Helping Addicts and Alcoholics: Dr. Sam Zand

Friday 28th March 2025

Explore holistic medicine's impact on addiction recovery with Dr. Sam Zand and Tom Conrad, discussing neuroplasticity and innovative treatments.
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Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster
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Holistic Medicine's Role in Addiction Recovery with Dr. Sam Zand

Episode Overview

  • Holistic approaches address biological, psychological, environmental, and spiritual factors.
  • Neuroplasticity helps create new, healthier patterns in the brain.
  • Innovative treatments like S-ketamine nasal sprays show promise.
  • Creative outlets can play a significant role in recovery.
  • Long-term recovery requires comprehensive care and support.
It's fundamental to get to the upstream causes of what's going on.
In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, host Tom Conrad is joined by Dr. Sam Zand, a psychiatrist and founder of Anywhere Clinic. They dive into the evolving landscape of addiction treatment, focusing on holistic medicine and its impact on recovery. Dr. Zand shares his experiences working with substance abuse patients and discusses the importance of addressing the root causes of addiction rather than just the symptoms.
He emphasises the role of neuroplasticity in helping individuals break free from harmful patterns and create new, healthier ones. The conversation also covers innovative treatments like S-ketamine nasal sprays and the potential benefits of integrating creative, learning, and playful outlets into recovery plans. Dr. Zand's holistic approach includes looking at biological, psychological, environmental, and spiritual factors to provide comprehensive care. This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice for anyone interested in addiction recovery.
Don't miss out on learning about these cutting-edge treatments and how they can make a difference in the recovery journey.