Kenneth Anderson
Kenneth Anderson
Alcohol Solutions - Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention
Alcohol Solutions - Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention
Alcohol Solutions - Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention
Friday 20th January 2012
Kenneth Anderson, Dr. David J. Hanson, and Dr. Sarah Bowen discuss Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention and its role in addiction recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Mindfulness and Addiction: Insights from Experts on Relapse Prevention
The practice is about wisdom and seeing what's actually happening, seeing things clearly, and also about compassion, and I think in that sense it just goes right hand in hand with a harm reduction approach.
What if mindfulness could be the key to overcoming addiction? In this episode of Harm Reduction Radio, host Kenneth Anderson sits down with two distinguished guests to explore this intriguing possibility. Dr. David J. Hanson, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at SUNY Potsdam, and Dr. Sarah Bowen from the Addictive Behaviors Research Center at the University of Washington, bring their wealth of knowledge to the table.
They delve into Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention (MBRP), an approach that combines traditional mindfulness practices with modern addiction treatment strategies. Dr. Bowen, co-author of 'Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention for Addictive Behaviors: A Clinician's Guide', shares how mindfulness can help individuals see their behaviors clearly and cultivate compassion towards themselves—two essential components for successful recovery. The episode also tackles the shortcomings of conventional addiction treatments and the dangers of moderation management.
Through candid conversations and expert insights, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how personalized, compassionate care can make a world of difference in addiction recovery. Whether you're on your own journey to sobriety or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable perspectives that could transform your approach to addiction treatment.