Zach Rhoads and Stanton Peele
Zach Rhoads and Stanton Peele
The Ethics of Fighting Disease Myths
The Ethics of Fighting Disease Myths
The Ethics of Fighting Disease Myths
Monday 6th September 2021
Zach Rhoads and Dr. Stanton Peele critique the standard disease theory of addiction, urging for a nuanced approach on the LPP Podcast.
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Zach Rhoads and Stanton Peele
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Addiction: The Ethics of Confronting Disease Myths
We live in a constructed reality about addiction, which David Brooks believes we live in a creative destruction, a destructive creative reality about depression and its treatment.
Are we oversimplifying addiction by labeling it as a mere disease? In this episode of the LPP Podcast, hosts Zach Rhoads and Dr. Stanton Peele dive into the ethics of challenging widely accepted views on addiction and mental illness. They take a critical look at the standard disease theory, which often dominates public discourse, and argue that it fails to capture the complexities of individual experiences and societal influences.
Instead of simply medicalizing addiction, Rhoads and Peele call for a more nuanced approach that considers the social constructs shaping our understanding of these issues. Through engaging discussions and thought-provoking insights, they explore the dangers of labeling individuals and the limitations of a one-size-fits-all treatment model. This episode encourages listeners to rethink their perspectives on addiction and mental health, advocating for more open and honest conversations. Tune in to hear why a deeper understanding is essential for effective recovery.