Talking Addiction & Recovery
Summary: Talking Addiction & Recovery Podcast is the follow-up to the book "Addiction & Recovery" by author and clinician Andrew J. Schreier. This podcast explores discussions regarding important issues related to addiction and recovery. Information you learn here is not typical of what you will find in academic textbooks and resources; and comes from the experiences of a clinical supervisor, clinical substance abuse counselor, and licensed professional counselor and the work with individuals and others involved in this field. Listen as guests join the show and cover a wide range of topics looking to educate individuals, families, communities, organizations, institutions, mental health professionals, educators, and anyone else impacted by addiction and recovery. Content is not intended to be treatment and is not affiliated with any specific group.
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Podcasts:
June is Pride Month and it’s all about the LGBTQ communities coming together to celebrate freedom to be themselves. As an employee of Community Medical Services, the first word in the name says it all. Being a part of the … Episode 97: Pride of Narcan Read More »
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Over the years there has been an increased amount of attention to address mental health. How do we define mental health? What is mental wealth? With the varying severities of mental health it can … Episode 96: Doses of Mental Health Read More »
When happens to a child who becomes overshadowed by a loved one’s addiction? How do individuals within a family and the system as a whole deal with someone’s addiction, recovery, and possible relapse? Ashley Nowakowsi, author of “The Shadow Child” … Episode 95: Discovering the Lost Shadow Child (featuring Ashley Nowakowski) Read More »
A small percentage of the population is identified as having a problem gambling or gambling use disorder. A majority of people will be able to gamble without any problems or concerns. Because the percentage of those who have a problem … Episode 94: When is Gambling a Problem, But Not Problem Gambling? Read More »
How does someone go from being homeless on the streets to being called the “Gordon Ramsay” of the addiction treatment world? Dr. Robb Kelly shares his story of how alcohol devastated his life, the “aha” moment that changed everything, and … Episode 93: Rags to Riches (featuring Dr. Robb Kelly) Read More »
“What’s the deal with humor?” Laughter is the best medicine; and yet when it comes to addiction and recovery it is often seen as being defensive and noncompliant. Why does the area of addiction and recovery discourage the use of … Episode 92: The Therapeutic Path of Humor (featuring Tom Farley) Read More »
What happens when someone who is not an expert nor lived experience raises an alarm about a concerning issue? With the Super Bowl recently finishing, March Madness on the horizon, and March being Problem Gambling Awareness Month this is the … Episode 91: Should Parents Be Alarmed About Sports Betting (featuring Andrew Broman) Read More »
When can we trust? Will we ever be trusted again? If someone you love has an addiction, chances are one of the first things that was damaged in your relationship was trust. If you are someone who has an addiction … Episode 90: Building Trust Read More »
In gambling, the Super Bowl is all the holidays and celebrations rolled into one. Many people will partake in gambling activities around this event known as an “unofficial holiday.”. It is estimated that $6 billion will be spent on gambling … Episode 89: Flag on the Bet (Super Bowl Edition) Read More »
There are treatment programs that look like multi-million dollar resorts and others that look like a plain old residential home; while some look like state of the art medical facilities and others look like convenience stores in a strip mall. … Episode 88: Basements & Beaches: The “Unofficial” Gold Standard of Treatment Read More »
Dry January is already in full-motion. As the trend continues to grow, let us talk about some tips and helpful insights to remain abstinent from alcohol this month. What is your purpose for deciding to maintain abstinence from alcohol? What … Episode 87: How Dry is Your January? Read More »
We are starting off with the new year of 2022 and we always hear people say, “new year, new me.” In recovery, it is often emphasized that a person has to make a complete makeover now that they are sober. … Episode 86: Does a New Year Mean a New Me? Read More »
“This is your brain on drugs” has been a scare tactic used without much success. What did they get wrong? What were they right about? The campaign to look at the dangers of drug use and the adolescent brain is … Episode 85: Drug Use & The Developing Brain Read More »
Online gambling has taken the industry by storm of the last several years. What happened when this format hit the global market to provide gambling to customers? Simon Vincze, Responsible Gambling Projects Manager, talks about what Casino Guru is doing … Episode 84: What is Responsible Gambling (featuring Casino Guru)? Read More »
The landscape of non-alcoholic beverages is changing and Athletic Brewing Company is on the trail blazing that path. Bill Schufelt, Co-Founder and CEO joins to talk about his story of starting to brew non-alcoholic beer, the community they are building, … Episode 83: A Brew Without Compromise (featuring Athletic Brewing Company) Read More »
