Kenneth Anderson
Kenneth Anderson
Heart of Addiction - Minnesota Alternatives
Heart of Addiction - Minnesota Alternatives
Heart of Addiction - Minnesota Alternatives
Friday 7th October 2011
Join Kenneth Anderson as he interviews Dr. Lance Dodes and Paula DeSanto on addiction psychology and harm reduction in this insightful episode.
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Get the buttons here!Unpacking Addiction: Insights from Lance Dodes and Paula DeSanto
Helplessness, powerlessness is always the feeling that leads eventually to the addictive behavior, although, as I said, it's always sometime before it, sometimes hours or even days before it.
Ever wondered what really drives addiction? In this compelling episode of Harm Reduction Radio, host Kenneth Anderson sits down with two heavyweights in the field: Dr. Lance Dodes and Paula DeSanto. Dr. Dodes, the mind behind 'The Heart of Addiction' and 'Breaking Addiction', dives deep into the psychological roots of addiction. He challenges the conventional wisdom that addiction is a standalone issue, arguing instead that feelings of helplessness and powerlessness are often at its core.
His insights might just make you rethink everything you thought you knew about why people turn to addictive behaviors. Then, we hear from Paula DeSanto, the founder and CEO of MN Alternatives. Unlike traditional 12-step programs, MN Alternatives takes a unique approach by focusing on harm reduction and meeting people where they are in their recovery journey. Paula shares how her program aims to change attitudes and tackle emotion-based issues, offering a fresh perspective on substance abuse treatment.
She and Dr. Dodes both emphasize the need for a major shift in how we think about and treat addiction. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of addiction and exploring innovative, evidence-based treatment options. Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone else, you'll find valuable takeaways that could change your approach to addiction therapy.