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  • EP 376: Dr. Sarah Nasir on Holistic Recovery and Addiction Medicine

EP 376: Dr. Sarah Nasir on Holistic Recovery and Addiction Medicine

Thursday 20th February 2025

Dr. Sarah Nasir shares her holistic approach to addiction recovery, focusing on balance, resilience, and treating addiction as a chronic disease.
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42 minutes
Informative
Encouraging
Supportive
Compassionate
Hopeful

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Holistic Recovery: Dr. Sarah Nasir's Approach to Addiction Medicine

Episode Overview

  • Addiction should be treated as a chronic disease without stigma.
  • Building resilience through proper interventions is crucial.
  • Holistic recovery focuses on balance and thriving.
  • Reducing medication dependency promotes healthier lifestyles.
  • Addressing emotional aspects like trauma is essential in recovery.
Addiction is a chronic disease, and we need to remove the stigma and treat it like any other condition
Dr. Sarah Nasir, an Osteopathic Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine Doctor, joins King 13 on the Sobertown Podcast to share her holistic approach to addiction recovery. With a wealth of experience and a passion for helping people, Dr. Nasir dives into the complexities of addiction, treating it as a chronic disease that requires comprehensive care.
She discusses the importance of understanding what happens in our brains and bodies during addiction and detoxification, emphasising the need to remove the stigma surrounding addiction and treat it like any other medical condition. Dr. Nasir's approach is all about balance and helping her patients live fulfilling lives. She explains how trauma and negative experiences can lead to chronic diseases like addiction and highlights the significance of building resilience through proper interventions. By focusing on holistic recovery, Dr.
Nasir aims to bring her patients back to a state where their bodies can grow and thrive rather than just survive. The episode also touches on practical advice for those struggling with addiction or supporting a loved one. Dr. Nasir shares her goal of reducing dependency on medication and promoting a healthier lifestyle. She offers insights into the emotional aspects of recovery, including dealing with childhood and generational trauma.
If you're looking for a fresh perspective on addiction recovery, this episode with Dr. Sarah Nasir provides valuable information and encouragement. Tune in to learn more about holistic recovery and how to support yourself or a loved one on the journey to sobriety.