Kenneth Anderson
Kenneth Anderson
Defining Recovery
Defining Recovery
Defining Recovery
Friday 7th September 2012
Kenneth Anderson interviews Lee Ann Kaskutas on Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS about the 'What Is Recovery' survey and the necessity of abstinence and spirituality.
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Get the buttons here!Redefining Recovery: Insights from Lee Ann Kaskutas
Our approach has always been to say that we support any positive change from safer drinking to reduced drinking to quitting altogether.
Ever pondered what recovery truly means? In this episode of Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS, host Kenneth Anderson chats with Lee Ann Kaskutas, DrPH, a leading researcher in the field of addiction recovery. Kaskutas is currently spearheading the online survey study, 'What Is Recovery', and shares her insights on whether abstinence or spirituality are essential components of the recovery journey.
The conversation delves into the survey's six key items that aim to define recovery, ranging from non-problematic alcohol or drug use to living a life that positively impacts society. Kaskutas highlights that the goal of the survey is to support any positive change, whether it's safer drinking, reduced drinking, or quitting altogether.
Anderson and Kaskutas also touch on the role of support groups in recovery, emphasizing the importance of having at least one person in your social network who understands your struggles with drinking. They critique the current lack of quality standards in addiction treatment and call for an equivalent of an FDA for addiction treatment. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the multifaceted nature of recovery and the various paths one can take towards it.