Joshua Russell
Joshua Russell
Episode 7: Disease or Nah?
Episode 7: Disease or Nah?
Episode 7: Disease or Nah?
Friday 9th April 2021
Join Joshua Russell and co-hosts as they debate if addiction is a disease or choice, sharing personal stories and insights on recovery.
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84 minutes
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Joshua Russell
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Addiction: A Disease or a Choice? Honest Conversations from 'An Addictive Perspective'
The reason I think it is considered a disease is because of how much damage is done to that person, not only physically- you know as far as medical conditions- but also emotionally and relationally.
What makes addiction so hard to pin down? Is it a disease, a choice, or something in between? In this episode of 'An Addictive Perspective', Joshua Russell and his co-hosts, known as 2 Razor Blades and a Straight Edge, dive into this thorny debate. With a mix of personal stories and candid opinions, they aim to unpack why addiction is often labeled as a disease.
They touch on the physical toll it takes, the emotional rollercoaster it brings, and the way it strains relationships. But they don't stop there. The hosts also discuss the tricky role of medical professionals in treating addiction and how personal choice plays into recovery. They even venture into the realm of food addiction, shedding light on how support systems can make or break the journey to sobriety.
If you're grappling with these questions yourself or know someone who is, this episode offers a blend of empathy, insight, and real talk that might just hit home.