Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal & Jason Good
Happy New Year 2019
Happy New Year 2019
Happy New Year 2019
Thursday 27th December 2018
Join Joanie Sigal and Jason Good on 'The Addiction Podcast' as they stress the urgency of seeking treatment for addiction in the new year.
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Joanie Sigal
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Get the buttons here!New Year, New Beginnings: Confronting Addiction Head-On
If your loved one goes out on new Year's Eve and overdoses and dies, you are never going to forgive yourself if you didn't take action right now to get them into treatment.
The dawn of a new year often brings resolutions and fresh starts, but for those grappling with addiction, it's a pivotal moment to make life-changing decisions. In this episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', hosts Joanie Sigal and Jason Good dive deep into the importance of taking decisive action to seek treatment.
They argue that while making a New Year's resolution to get clean is a great start, it's the concrete steps that follow which truly matter. Joanie and Jason highlight the perils of alcohol dependence, stressing that it's not just weekend fun but a serious threat to both physical and mental health. They discuss how quickly the body can become dependent on substances, sometimes within just two weeks of regular use, making the need for timely intervention all the more critical.
The conversation doesn't shy away from the mental and emotional grip of addiction either. Joanie and Jason emphasize that addiction is more than just a physical need; it's an emotional and psychological battle as well. They also touch on the evolving landscape of rehab, from traditional 12-step programs to innovative alternative approaches aimed at sustainable recovery. One particularly thought-provoking point raised by Jason is the debate over fentanyl test strips.
He questions whether making drug use 'safer' detracts from addressing the root problem of addiction itself. Throughout the episode, there's a recurring theme: the urgency of action. Joanie and Jason urge listeners not to wait, warning that inaction can lead to irreversible regret if a loved one succumbs to their addiction. This episode serves as a powerful reminder that the new year isn't just about setting goals but about making real, impactful changes.