Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Dr. Jacques de Broekert
What Is PAWS?
What Is PAWS?
What Is PAWS?
Thursday 21st September 2023
Dr. Jacques explains Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) in addiction recovery, providing insights and coping strategies for its cognitive and emotional challenges.
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Episode Overview
- Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) often manifests a few months into recovery, presenting cognitive, emotional, and physical challenges.
- Symptoms include cognitive clouding, memory problems, emotional dysregulation, sleep disturbances, physical coordination issues, and heightened stress sensitivity.
- Understanding and acknowledging PAWS can alleviate the distress of those in recovery, offering reassurance that these challenges are a normal part of the recovery process.
- Recovery from PAWS involves abstaining from the drug of choice and seeking guided therapeutic support, emphasizing the importance of patience and self-compassion.
- Dr. Jacques urges those in recovery to seek professional help if needed and reminds them that recovery is a complex journey that requires time, self-kindness, and understanding.
I hope you have enjoyed this episode and you have learned something. Having an addiction is a killer. Literally. If you are looking to get into recovery, please go to a rehab, go see a therapist, go see your psychiatrist, walk into the emergency room. But whatever you do, there is no point in you saving your addiction by ending your life. It's just not worth it.
Ever heard of Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome, or PAWS? If you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode of 'Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard' is a must-listen. Hosted by Dr. Jacques DeBruyckert, the episode dives into the often-overlooked phase of recovery that can catch many by surprise. PAWS doesn't just hit you right after quitting; it can sneak up months later, bringing a mix of cognitive fog, emotional rollercoasters, and heightened stress sensitivity. Dr.
Jacques breaks down these symptoms in a way that's easy to understand and offers practical advice on how to cope. Whether you're dealing with memory issues or sudden mood swings, this episode provides valuable insights and reassures listeners that they're not alone in facing these challenges. It's all about patience and self-compassion as you navigate this tricky part of the recovery journey.
So, if you're looking for some guidance and a bit of comfort along the way, tune in to learn more about PAWS and how to manage its ups and downs.