The Freedom Model
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Myth-Busting Beautiful Boy- Part Two
Myth-Busting Beautiful Boy- Part Two
Myth-Busting Beautiful Boy- Part Two
Monday 4th March 2019
The Freedom Model's hosts dissect 'Beautiful Boy', debunking addiction myths and advocating for open communication and educational recovery methods.
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Get the buttons here!Unpacking 'Beautiful Boy': Myths and Misconceptions in Addiction Recovery
The point of what I'm saying here is: there's answers in the gray, and the answers lie within Nick's mind, and people should have asked Nick straight up why he liked it and then allowed him to be honest about it, without the treatment being shoved down his throat.
Ever watched 'Beautiful Boy' and wondered about the messages it sends about addiction? In this episode of The Freedom Model's Addiction Solution Podcast, hosts Mark Scheeren and Michelle Dunbar take a critical look at the film's portrayal of addiction and recovery. They dive into the myths perpetuated by the movie, challenging the idea that addiction is a lifelong disease and questioning the effectiveness of traditional treatments like rehab and 12-step programs.
Mark and Michelle argue that the disease model of addiction, which many people take as gospel, actually originated from myths created by a failed stockbroker in the 1930s—without any scientific backing. This episode isn't just about debunking myths, though. The hosts emphasize the importance of honest and open communication in recovery and advocate for an educational approach to overcoming substance use problems. One of the key points they stress is that addiction is a temporary issue, not a permanent condition.
With the right mindset and approach, individuals can move past their addiction without being chained to the disease label. If you're tired of the same old narratives around addiction and looking for fresh, empowering perspectives, this episode is a must-listen. So, if you're curious about how 'Beautiful Boy' stacks up against modern understandings of addiction or simply want to hear a different take on recovery, tune in.
You'll find thought-provoking discussions that challenge conventional wisdom and offer new ways to think about overcoming addiction.