Ward Blanchard - The Making of an Elite Family Program
Ward Blanchard - The Making of an Elite Family Program
Ward Blanchard - The Making of an Elite Family Program
Monday 20th July 2020
Ward Blanchard shares insights on family-focused addiction recovery, chronic stress, relapse, and virtual treatment in this episode of The JourneyPure Podcast.
Ward Blanchard: Revolutionizing Family Care in Addiction Recovery
It's important to understand their why...our current industry really doesn't understand what that means either. We have failed to pivot and do that for the family system.
Ever wondered how family dynamics play a role in addiction recovery? Tim Stoddart sits down with Ward Blanchard, the visionary Founder and CEO of The Blanchard Institute, to discuss his groundbreaking family-focused care program. Blanchard dives into why understanding the 'why' behind addiction is crucial and how the industry often overlooks the family's role in recovery. He sheds light on how chronic stress rewires the brain and why measuring outcomes in behavioral health is unique compared to other healthcare fields.
Blanchard also explores the realities of relapse, the benefits of virtual treatment, and the importance of maintaining connection and routine, especially during challenging times like COVID-19. This episode offers a comprehensive look at how integrating family care can make a significant difference in addiction recovery. Perfect for anyone looking to understand the holistic approach to overcoming addiction, this conversation is both enlightening and empowering.