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:
Stopping alcohol and drug use, engaging in recovery, and even a return to substance use after moments of sobriety are filled with reservations. What holds us back from making some of the decisions we know we need to make? How … Episode 38: Cancel Your Reservations Read More »
As the new year approaches it is common to think of a resolution. Do you have a new year’s resolution? Do you have plans of accomplishing a certain goal? Are you hoping to have different results in comparison to previous … Episode 37: New Year, New Goals, Same Results? Read More »
The orange juice company recently apologized for an ad campaign that apparently suggested alcohol is the answer for parents. This episode will feature an article autopsy breaking down what was said and the possible impact on addiction and recovery.
Tis the season of glad tidings and good cheer, but for many of us the holiday season can also bring additional stress. Managing the holidays while maintaining sobriety can create challenges to someone’s sobriety. Preventing relapse as well as enjoying … Episode 35: Holidays in a Winter Recoveryland Read More »
Award Winning author Lisa Boucher talks about her book “Raising the Bottom: Making Mindful Choices in a Drinking Culture.” Her book addresses important issues related to alcoholism when it comes to women, relationships, parenting, the healthcare system, and drinking within … Episode 34: Alcoholism in a Drinking Culture Read More »
Have you ever wondered what it would be like for all your thoughts to be recorded and then played out loud for you to listen to? We talk about verbalizing and expressing our feelings; is it just as important to … Episode 33: Hearing Our Thoughts Read More »
Gratitude has proven benefits when it comes to substance use recovery, mental health, and overall quality of living. The concept of gratitude being impactful is rarely called into question. So, why do we struggle to be grateful and show gratitude … Episode 32: Being Grateful and Showing Gratitude Read More »
What happens when you use alcohol, drugs, and other vices to “cope” with emotions and problems? The words coping and vices are often used in conjunction with one another when people are attempting to manage problems and issues in their … Episode 31: Kicking the Can: Holding Off Until the Dam Breaks Read More »
With the Halloween spirit among us how can we avoid talking about the big bad bogeyman? Halloween is filled with scary stories, monsters hiding, and moments waiting to send chills down our spine. If there is anything that can get … Episode 30: Halloween Special: Is Addiction the Bogeyman? Read More »
There are different experiences and warning signs about alcohol and drug use that is not considered to be official diagnostic criteria for a use disorder. But, these are the stories people with substance use issues will often share in talking … Episode 29: That is NOT Normal Read More »
As a professional counselor and clinical supervisor, paying attention to what is going on with trends, innovations, and paradigm shifts with anything related to addiction and mental health is crucial. One of the ways to do that is by breaking … Episode 28: Pandemic Drives Hike in Opioid Deaths: An Article Autopsy Read More »
The use of consequences to prevent alcohol and drug use has not had the impact it hoped to achieve. Not everyone experiences the same consequences of alcohol and drug use; and people believe they can avoid them or they simply … Episode 27: Avoiding Consequences and Paying Costs Read More »
September recognizes both Suicide Prevention Awareness and Recovery month. Suicide and substance use are often separated by the fields of addiction and mental health. Are there connections between the two? How do these issues impact one another? Listen to the … Episode 26: Suicide & Substance Use Read More »
Illicit drugs being mixed, laced, and cut with other substances is nothing new; so why talk about it now? The uncertainty over what substances are in drugs today is creating worry around adverse effects and overdoses. People are using drugs … Episode 25: What’s in Your Drugs? Read More »
Recovery from addiction requires a support network. When you look into developing a network of support it is important to find people who you can develop close relationships with. Sometimes we select mentors who are to far away to truly … Episode 24: Mountain of Mentors Read More »
