Dr. Jacques de Broekert

Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard

Dr. Jacques de Broekert

  • COVID Burnout

COVID Burnout

Friday 10th December 2021

Discover how COVID burnout affects addiction and learn practical tips for managing stress and seeking help in this episode with Dr. Jacques.
25 minutes
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Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard
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Dr. Jacques de Broekert
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COVID Burnout: Understanding Its Impact on Addiction with Dr. Jacques

Understand that this whole pandemic burnout thing causes people to feel very uncomfortable, and if you're a drug addict and you feel uncomfortable, you're just going to use your drug of choice. So getting away from that drug of choice is really really hard.
Feeling overwhelmed by the pandemic? You're not alone. In this episode of 'Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard', Dr. Jacques de Broekert dives into the concept of COVID burnout and its profound impact on addiction. With the ongoing stress and anxiety brought on by the pandemic, many are turning to alcohol and drugs as a coping mechanism. Dr. Jacques breaks down how these challenging times are altering drinking habits and increasing substance use.
He also provides practical advice on recognizing changes in behavior and seeking help for addiction. This episode is packed with valuable insights on managing pandemic-induced stress and anxiety, making it a must-listen for anyone feeling the weight of these unprecedented times. Whether you're struggling with addiction or just looking for ways to cope with the stress, Dr. Jacques offers guidance and support to help you navigate through it.