Kyle Walters - Self-regulation and Substance UseKyle Walters - Self-regulation and Substance Use
The Addiction Psychologist
Kyle Walters sheds light on the intricate relationship between self-regulation and substance use, offering new insights into recovery.
53:00•25 Jan 2021
Kyle Walters on Self-Regulation and Substance Use: A Fresh Perspective
“My take-home message, I think, for people in recovery from substance use disorders is that they should know, these people should know that it's not about some flaw in their willpower or something like that, which has been a common, you know, theme that has influenced stigma and things like that.”
Ever wondered why some people can manage their substance use while others struggle? Kyle Walters dives into this complex issue on 'The Addiction Psychologist'. As a doctoral candidate at the University of South Dakota, Kyle brings a unique angle to understanding self-regulation and its role in substance use. He suggests that self-regulation isn't just about willpower; it's about how we organize our behaviors towards our goals, even when those goals might involve substance use.
Kyle argues that substance use itself can be a highly goal-directed behavior, challenging the traditional views of self-control. He also touches on how our environment interacts with our ability to self-regulate, making the relationship more intricate than we might think. Additionally, Kyle discusses Network Analysis as a new way to look at psychopathology, offering fresh insights into recovery strategies.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the nuances of self-regulation and substance use, and how these insights can help break the stigma surrounding addiction.
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