Michael Walsh
Zachary Crouch
Family Systems & Addiction
Family Systems & Addiction
Family Systems & Addiction
Tuesday 3rd March 2020
Discover the impact of trauma on families and the importance of family involvement in addiction treatment on Landmark Recovery Podcast.
67 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Compassionate
Hopeful
Thought-provoking
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Author:
Michael Walsh
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Categories:
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
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It's traumatic going through addiction. People get tunnel vision on the chemical consumption.
How does trauma ripple through families, affecting generations? This episode of the Landmark Recovery Podcast dives into that very question. Host Zachary Crouch brings on Ward Blanchard, CEO of the Blanchard Institute, to discuss the crucial role families play in addiction treatment. Ward shares his insights on why it's essential for the entire family system to be part of the healing process, not just the individual struggling with addiction.
He emphasizes the importance of understanding trauma and its long-lasting impact on family dynamics. Following this enlightening conversation, Alexis Crook from Landmark Recovery of Louisville explains the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Criteria. She breaks down how these standards help in measuring trauma and determining the appropriate level of care needed for effective treatment.
Alexis also touches on the often-overlooked aspects of addiction recovery, such as the significance of compassionate care and the dangers of shame-based language in treatment settings. The episode rounds off with practical advice on relapse prevention and the value of sober hobbies in maintaining long-term recovery. If you're curious about how family involvement can make a difference in addiction treatment, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and hope.