Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Dr. Jacques de Broekert
What Is Abuse?
What Is Abuse?
What Is Abuse?
Friday 29th September 2023
Join Dr. Jacques DeBruyckert as he unravels the complexities of abuse, trauma, and recovery in this insightful episode.
26 minutes
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Dr. Jacques de Broekert
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Dr. Jacques discusses the various forms of abuse, including sexual, physical, emotional, verbal, and abandonment, highlighting their contribution to trauma.
- He addresses the normalization of traumatic experiences and the struggle to recognize them as abuse.
- Dr. Jacques emphasizes the importance of understanding who is responsible for the abuse and the role of forgiveness in the recovery process.
- He encourages individuals struggling with substance abuse to seek help and address trauma, highlighting the significance of getting the necessary support.
- The episode provides profound insights into the complexities of abuse and recovery, offering guidance and support to those in need.
It's not worth saving your addiction by ending your life because life's too good to pass by. Be sane, stable, and sober in the process and get that help if you need it.
What exactly qualifies as abuse? Dr. Jacques DeBruyckert tackles this pressing question in this episode of 'Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard'. He unpacks the different forms of abuse—sexual, physical, emotional, verbal, and abandonment—and their roles in creating trauma. Ever wondered if you've normalized certain harmful experiences? Dr. Jacques explains how many people struggle to recognize their trauma as abuse, often blaming themselves instead of the actual perpetrators.
He stresses the importance of understanding who is truly responsible and why self-forgiveness is a crucial step toward healing. For those battling substance abuse, Dr. Jacques offers a compassionate voice, urging them to seek help and confront their trauma head-on. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the intricate connections between abuse, trauma, and addiction recovery.