SafeHouse Rehab Thailand
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Special Request - What's Love Got to Do With It?
Special Request - What's Love Got to Do With It?
Special Request - What's Love Got to Do With It?
Friday 20th September 2024
Discover why treating addiction as the primary disorder is crucial. Learn how families can support loved ones effectively in their recovery journey.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Addiction should be treated as the primary disorder.
- Families need trained professionals to help their loved ones.
- Addicts' irrational decisions are due to brain damage.
- Misdiagnosing addiction-related symptoms can worsen the problem.
- Changing family perspectives on addiction is crucial for effective intervention.
Addiction must be treated as the primary disorder, not as a result of other issues.
If you're grappling with the chaos that addiction brings into your life, this episode of 'Busting Addiction and Its Myths' is a must-listen. Host Bruno J. takes you on a journey through the often misunderstood world of addiction, focusing on the critical need to treat addiction as the primary disorder.
This episode, titled 'Special Request - What's Love Got to Do With It?', tackles the misconceptions that can lead families down the wrong path when trying to help their loved ones. Bruno explains how addicts’ irrational decisions are driven by a damaged brain, making it essential for families to seek professional help from those trained in addiction disorders.
The episode is packed with eye-opening stories and real-life examples, including Bruno’s own experiences, to illustrate how addiction can mask itself as other mental health issues. You'll hear about the importance of changing your perspective on addiction, recognising that treating it as the root cause of behavioural problems is the only proven way to achieve recovery. The host shares practical advice on finding the right professional help and highlights the dangers of misdiagnosing addiction-related symptoms as separate mental health issues.
One of the standout moments is Bruno's recounting of his own journey through recovery, emphasising the need for a comprehensive approach that includes both professional treatment and personal commitment. He underscores that while addicts may seem manipulative and deceitful, these behaviours are often unconscious and driven by their need to sustain their addiction.
By the end of this episode, you'll gain valuable insights into why addicts behave the way they do and how you can best support them without enabling their destructive habits. Whether you're a family member, friend, or someone struggling with addiction yourself, this episode offers a compassionate yet straightforward look at what it takes to navigate the rocky road to recovery.
Don't miss out on this enlightening episode that promises to change how you view addiction and provide you with the tools to make informed decisions for yourself and your loved ones.