Mid-America ATTC
Mid-America ATTC
Essential Conversations: Misconceptions of Substance Use
Essential Conversations: Misconceptions of Substance Use
Essential Conversations: Misconceptions of Substance Use
Friday 4th June 2021
Join Tracy Badd on 'Essential Conversations' as she debunks common myths about substance use and explores effective recovery strategies.
41 minutes
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Recovery from Trauma
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Shattering Myths: Substance Use and Recovery Realities
Abstinence simply means just stopping use, but it's not going to keep you sober, though, in the long term, one has to embrace recovery, which is making changes in their life.
Ever wondered if everything you know about substance use is true? In this episode of 'Essential Conversations', host Tracy Badd and her guests tackle some of the most pervasive myths surrounding substance use. They dive into the often misunderstood role of peer recovery coaches, revealing how individuals with lived experience can be powerful allies in the recovery process. Contrary to popular belief, these coaches bring a unique and effective approach to supporting those on their journey to sobriety.
The discussion doesn't stop there. The episode also addresses the alarming rise in opioid overdose deaths and explores harm reduction strategies that could save lives. One particularly eye-opening segment challenges the common comparison of substance use disorder to chronic physical health conditions, exposing how such comparisons can reinforce negative stereotypes. Perhaps one of the most crucial points made is that abstinence alone isn't enough for long-term sobriety.
Recovery is a multifaceted process that requires meaningful lifestyle changes, which, while challenging, can lead to deeply rewarding outcomes. 'Essential Conversations' consistently delivers insightful discussions on behavioral health and addiction, and this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to deepen their understanding and challenge their own biases about substance use.