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Addiction: Habit or Disease? (Episode 2 - Archive)
Addiction: Habit or Disease? (Episode 2 - Archive)
Addiction: Habit or Disease? (Episode 2 - Archive)
Thursday 24th October 2024
Hosts Wes Thompson and Austin Hill explore whether addiction is a habit or disease, discussing the complexities and importance of community in recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Addiction can blur the lines between habit and disease.
- Initial drug use is often voluntary but can become involuntary over time.
- Community support plays a crucial role in making recovery bearable.
- Physiological changes in the brain contribute to dependency.
- Understanding addiction helps reduce stigma and promote compassion.
The beauty about community is it makes bearing difficult things easier to bear. It doesn't make them easier to do; it just makes it easier to bear because you're doing it with someone else.
Is addiction a habit or a disease? In this episode of Relational Recovery, hosts Wes Thompson and Austin Hill grapple with this complex question. They explore the blurry line between habit and disease, particularly when it comes to addiction. With personal anecdotes and real-life examples, they dive into how behaviours can evolve into dependencies, making it increasingly difficult to make healthy choices.
The conversation touches on the voluntary nature of initial drug use and how it can spiral into an involuntary need due to physiological changes in the brain. Wes and Austin also discuss the importance of community and accountability in recovery, emphasising that while challenges don't become easier, they become more bearable when shared with others. This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is, offering both scientific insights and compassionate reflections.
Don't miss out on this engaging and thought-provoking discussion that sheds light on the nature of addiction and the path to recovery.