Zach Rhoads and Stanton Peele
Zach Rhoads and Stanton Peele
How the addiction concept drives us crazy | PART I: SMOKING
How the addiction concept drives us crazy | PART I: SMOKING
How the addiction concept drives us crazy | PART I: SMOKING
Monday 11th July 2022
Dr. Stanton Peele and Zach Rhoads discuss smoking addiction's complexities, challenging conventional views and advocating for personalized solutions.
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Zach Rhoads and Stanton Peele
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Down Smoking Addiction: A Fresh Perspective with Dr. Stanton Peele and Zach Rhoads
Our theories of addiction are killing us... It's a matter of seeing all the contingencies and the multi factors that are engaged in addiction...
Smoking is often seen as a simple habit or a permanent flaw, but what if there's more to the story? In this episode of the LPP Podcast, Dr. Stanton Peele and Zach Rhoads take a deep dive into the complexities of smoking addiction. They challenge the conventional wisdom that addiction is an unchangeable state, instead presenting it as a multifaceted issue influenced by socio-economic factors and personal choices. Dr.
Peele and Rhoads argue that viewing addiction as a permanent condition can actually hinder recovery, making it harder for individuals to change their habits. One of the key points discussed is how smoking has evolved into a symbol of addiction, often oversimplified and misunderstood. The hosts emphasize that while smoking is indeed addictive, it's also shaped by privileges, values, and circumstances.
For instance, those with more advantages tend to quit smoking more easily, turning it into a 'luxury' for the less privileged. This episode isn't just about smoking; it's about reevaluating how we think about addiction as a whole. Dr. Peele and Rhoads advocate for harm reduction and personalized solutions, rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. They stress the importance of education and self-awareness in overcoming addiction. 'Our theories of addiction are killing us', Dr.
Peele states, urging listeners to consider the various factors at play in addictive behaviors. If you're looking to challenge your assumptions about addiction and explore new ways to approach substance use, this episode offers valuable insights. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how to address addiction through a more nuanced lens.