Carl Erik Fisher
Carl Erik Fisher
What is recovery? With Dr. Katie Witkiewitz
What is recovery? With Dr. Katie Witkiewitz
What is recovery? With Dr. Katie Witkiewitz
Thursday 26th August 2021
Join Carl Erik Fisher and Dr. Katie Witkiewitz as they redefine recovery, exploring inclusive approaches and the importance of social support.
61 minutes
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Author:
Carl Erik Fisher
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Recovery: Insights from Dr. Katie Witkiewitz
If you're still using, you're not engaging in harmful behavior, but it really is way less concerned with the amount of use or the frequency of use of substances and way more concerned with how they're fitting into your life.
Ever pondered what 'recovery' truly means? Carl Erik Fisher sits down with Dr. Katie Witkiewitz to untangle this very question. Dr. Witkiewitz, a seasoned psychology researcher, once avoided the topic of recovery in her academic work. However, her recent studies on substance use patterns have led her to a more inclusive definition of recovery. This episode dives into whether recovery demands total abstinence or if it can accommodate other approaches. Dr.
Witkiewitz shares why she believes in a broader understanding of recovery, one that moves beyond traditional models which can often stigmatize and deter individuals from seeking help. They discuss the vital role of social support and community, and how addiction should be seen as a treatable condition rather than a life sentence. Whether you're navigating your own journey or supporting someone else, this conversation offers fresh perspectives and hope for healing.