Early Recovery Support: Janis Beckett's Essential Tips for Helping Loved Ones
Early recovery is not easy. It's something that we have to work on on a daily basis, and early people who are early in recovery are the most vulnerable because they're starting to feel feelings that they have not felt because they've been medicating them.
Imagine finding out that someone you care about is taking their first steps toward addiction recovery. It’s a journey filled with hope but also fraught with challenges. In this episode of the Cover2 Resources podcast, Greg McNeil sits down with Janis Beckett, the Director of Chemical Dependency Services at Cleveland Clinic, Akron General Hospital, and Edwin Shaw Rehabilitation Hospital. Janis, who has her own history with substance use disorder, brings a wealth of personal and professional experience to the table.
She busts some common myths about early recovery and shares practical advice on how to support loved ones during this crucial period. Janis stresses the importance of being around other healthy individuals in early recovery and underscores the necessity of daily commitment to the recovery process. She also sheds light on the invaluable role that Al-Anon can play for family members, offering them a support system as they navigate this challenging time. The conversation doesn't stop there.
Janis dives into prevention and education strategies in addiction, the transformative changes one must embrace in recovery, and the critical importance of medication safety amidst the opioid crisis. Whether you're supporting a loved one or looking to understand more about early recovery, this episode offers a treasure trove of insights and practical advice.