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Dealing with Stress and Recovery
Dealing with Stress and Recovery
Dealing with Stress and Recovery
Tuesday 23rd May 2023
Dr. Michelle Welling shares insights on managing stress and building support systems for successful addiction recovery in this episode of 'Spero Health Clinical Insights'.
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Episode Overview
- Understanding the origins of stress and the brain's response to it
- Teaching patients to manage their stress response through deep breathing
- Providing healthy coping mechanisms and support systems for sustained recovery
- Challenges patients face in adapting to lifestyle changes
- The holistic approach required in patient treatment
Stress is the reason why we have all the dysfunction in our lives. It's the underlying reason for the dysfunction that we find ourselves in, which includes addiction.
Ever wondered how stress impacts addiction recovery? In this episode of 'Spero Health Clinical Insights', Dr. Michelle Welling, a seasoned Addiction Medicine Doctor, shares her expertise on the intricate relationship between stress and recovery. Dr. Welling brings a wealth of knowledge from her recent 2-year Fellowship in Integrative Health and Medicine, specializing in emotional brain training. She dives into how our brains can rewire themselves to build resilience, a crucial element in overcoming addiction.
The conversation revolves around the pivotal role of support systems and understanding stress responses during recovery. Dr. Welling breaks down the origins of stress and how it affects our emotions and overall well-being. She highlights the importance of identifying individual stress responses and equips patients with effective coping mechanisms like deep breathing and reconnecting with oneself. By sharing her holistic approach, Dr. Welling emphasizes the need for healthy coping strategies and robust support systems to sustain recovery.
She also touches on the challenges patients face when adapting to these changes and offers advice for providers on managing their own stress while maintaining compassion and empathy in patient care. Whether you're a healthcare provider, someone in recovery, or supporting a loved one, this episode provides valuable insights into managing stress for a successful recovery journey.