DeAnn Knighton
DeAnn Knighton
the "our history of addiction" episode (feat. Dr. Carl Erik Fisher, Author of "The Urge")
the "our history of addiction" episode (feat. Dr. Carl Erik Fisher, Author of "The Urge")
the "our history of addiction" episode (feat. Dr. Carl Erik Fisher, Author of "The Urge")
Monday 3rd July 2023
Join DeAnn Knighton and Dr. Carl Erik Fisher as they explore addiction's history and advocate for compassionate, integrated recovery approaches.
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37 minutes
Informative
Thought-provoking
Compassionate
Empowering
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Author:
DeAnn Knighton
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Unpacking Addiction's Complex History with Dr. Carl Erik Fisher
Episode Overview
- Dr. Carl Eric Fisher discusses the multidisciplinary approach to understanding addiction, weaving personal experiences with extensive research.
- The conversation challenges reductionism and emphasizes the societal, psychological, and emotional factors contributing to addiction.
- Dr. Fisher advocates for a compassionate and integrated approach to address the complexities of addiction and recovery.
Understanding addiction in the present required looking to the past.
Imagine having a conversation that not only dives deep into the history of addiction but also intertwines personal stories and scientific research. That's exactly what you'll find in this episode of 'Show Up and Stay'. Host DeAnn Knighton sits down with Dr. Carl Erik Fisher, an addiction physician and author of 'The Urge: Our History of Addiction'. This isn't just another dry academic discussion. Dr.
Fisher brings a unique blend of personal experience and professional insight to the table, making for a riveting dialogue that will leave you thinking long after the episode ends. Dr. Fisher's book, 'The Urge', is a favorite of DeAnn's, and it's easy to see why. They discuss key themes from the book, like the cyclical nature of society's responses to addiction epidemics and the crucial understanding that medicine alone isn't enough for true healing. Dr.
Fisher's multidisciplinary approach shines through as he touches on societal, psychological, and emotional aspects of addiction, challenging the simplistic narratives often found in mainstream discussions. What makes this episode stand out is its balance between high-level concepts and deeply personal anecdotes. Dr. Fisher doesn't just talk about addiction in the abstract; he shares his own journey, making the conversation relatable and grounded.
Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the topic, this episode offers valuable insights. You'll also hear about how mindfulness and meditation are playing increasingly important roles in modern addiction treatment. Dr. Fisher's background in psychiatry and bioethics adds layers of depth to the discussion, making it clear that recovery is a multifaceted process requiring compassion and integration.
So, if you're looking for a podcast episode that challenges conventional wisdom and offers a fresh perspective on addiction, this one is definitely worth your time.