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Episode 73: Individual Family and Community Solutions for PTSD and Addiction with Dr. Ed Tick and Denise Klein
Episode 73: Individual Family and Community Solutions for PTSD and Addiction with Dr. Ed Tick and Denise Klein
Episode 73: Individual Family and Community Solutions for PTSD and Addiction with Dr. Ed Tick and Denise Klein
Wednesday 26th February 2020
Dr. Ed Tick and Denise Klein explore communal healing for PTSD and addiction in veterans and families on Families Navigating Addiction & Recovery.
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Healing Communities: Addressing PTSD and Addiction with Dr. Ed Tick and Denise Klein
We need to communalize rather than individualize. And we need to normalize rather than pathologize.
Imagine a world where trauma is not just an individual burden but a shared community responsibility. In this episode of 'Families Navigating Addiction & Recovery', host Jeff Jones sits down with Dr. Ed Tick and Denise Klein to explore how communal approaches can heal veterans and their families. Dr.
Tick and Klein argue that our society has isolated veterans, forcing them to bear the weight of warfare alone, leading to deep-seated trauma and addiction issues that ripple through families and communities. Instead of isolating these struggles, they advocate for normalizing and communalizing trauma to foster collective healing. Dr. Tick and Klein emphasize the need for cultural shifts that focus on open communication, community support, and creating opportunities for meaningful engagement.
They discuss how rituals, public ceremonies, and even musicals can serve as powerful healing tools. The conversation also touches on the negative impacts of substance use as a coping mechanism, especially in politically stressful times, and highlights the importance of community education and dialogue in preventing traumatic breakdowns. This episode is a call to action for anyone affected by trauma or addiction.
It challenges listeners to rethink how we address these issues, advocating for a more inclusive and supportive approach that strengthens individuals, families, and communities alike. If you're looking for a fresh perspective on healing and recovery, this conversation offers valuable insights and practical advice.