The Center for Motivation and Change
The Center for Motivation and Change
Questions and Answers on Substance Abuse with Dr. Jeff Foote
Questions and Answers on Substance Abuse with Dr. Jeff Foote
Questions and Answers on Substance Abuse with Dr. Jeff Foote
Wednesday 17th March 2021
Join Dr. Jeff Foote and Dr. Josh King as they answer questions on substance abuse, covering topics like approaching resistant loved ones and strategies to quit drinking.
46 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Your Substance Abuse Questions Answered: Dr. Jeff Foote's Practical Advice
Take away the shorthand version of this bored or disease, or they're not interested and say: all right, let's take that away and let's actually go right into the nuance.
Ever wondered how to approach a loved one who seems uninterested in recovery? In this episode of 'The Beyond Addiction Show', Dr. Josh King teams up with Dr. Jeff Foote, co-founder of the Center for Motivation and Change, to tackle listeners' burning questions about substance abuse. This 'mailbag' episode is packed with real-life concerns from over 150 emails, offering straightforward advice and thoughtful discussions on topics many find challenging. Dr. Foote and Dr.
King dive into practical strategies for dealing with loved ones who resist help, exploring why repeated failures don't necessarily mean a lack of interest in getting better. They also discuss how to stop drinking, examining the limitations of the disease model and the importance of focusing on what truly matters in the journey to recovery. Listeners will gain valuable insights into creating a cost-benefit chart for substance use and the role of replacement activities in maintaining sobriety.
Throughout the episode, the hosts emphasize self-care and self-compassion, providing a balanced perspective that avoids simplistic solutions. If you're seeking practical tips and empathetic advice on navigating the complexities of substance abuse, this episode offers a wealth of information and support.