Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD

The Addiction Files

Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD

  • Integrative Therapies for Substance Use Disorders Part2

Integrative Therapies for Substance Use Disorders Part2

Tuesday 11th January 2022

Discover holistic therapies for substance use disorders with Dr. Amy De La Garza. Learn about kudzu root, vitamin D, auricular acupuncture, and mindfulness.
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The Addiction Files
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Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD
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Holistic Approaches to Substance Use Disorders with Dr. Amy De La Garza

But the great thing about the things that we've talked about today is none of them are dangerous and none of them are going to hurt people.
Ever wondered how holistic therapies can aid in substance use recovery? Dr. Amy De La Garza returns to 'The Addiction Files' to share some eye-opening insights. Hosted by Drs. Paula Cook and Darlene Petersen, this episode dives into the potential of integrative treatments that go beyond traditional methods. Imagine using kudzu root to ease hangovers and withdrawal symptoms or leveraging vitamin D for gut health and overall well-being. Dr.
De La Garza also discusses auricular acupuncture, a fascinating technique that can help with cravings and anxiety, providing immediate relief. Mindfulness-based interventions like stress reduction and cognitive therapy are also on the table, offering a well-rounded approach to tackling addiction. Whether you're a healthcare professional or someone interested in alternative therapies, this episode provides a wealth of practical information.
Tune in to discover how these complementary therapies can work alongside conventional treatments to build stronger therapeutic alliances and support recovery journeys.