11/4/10: Defining Recovery, with special guests Christopher Kennedy Lawford & Christina Delos Reyes, M.D.
Recovery is a word that often gets “thrown around” in our collective language, but in order to launch an entire series on issues of addiction recovery, we must first stop to explore what it really means. In this premier show, host Dr. Jamie Marich will introduce herself as the host, sharing some of her own personal and professional experiences with addiction recovery, setting the tone for the rest of the series. Then, Dr. Marich will bring in two stellar guests to share their voices on the topic.
Recovery is a word that often gets “thrown around” in our collective language, but in order to launch an entire series on issues of addiction recovery, we must first stop to explore what it really means. In this premier show, host Dr. Jamie Marich will introduce herself as the host, sharing some of her own personal and professional experiences with addiction recovery, setting the tone for the rest of the series. Then, Dr. Marich will bring in two stellar guests to share their voices on the topic.
11/11/10: Making Sense of Marijuana, with special guest Bruce Merkin, M.D.
We're familiar with the arguments: "It's only marijuana, it's not addictive;" "But it's marijuana, it's organic;" "There's nothing wrong with smoking a little weed." But these statements beg us to address the larger question--is there any truth to them? Exploring issues surrounding marijuana is taking on even more relevance as pushes are being made towards wider legalization in many U.S. states. On this episode of
"Recovery Matters,"these pressing issues will be discussed through scientific and social lenses.
We're familiar with the arguments: "It's only marijuana, it's not addictive;" "But it's marijuana, it's organic;" "There's nothing wrong with smoking a little weed." But these statements beg us to address the larger question--is there any truth to them? Exploring issues surrounding marijuana is taking on even more relevance as pushes are being made towards wider legalization in many U.S. states. On this episode of
"Recovery Matters,"these pressing issues will be discussed through scientific and social lenses.
11/18/10: Varieties of the Recovery Experience, with special guest, William White
Is there one "tried and true" method to addiction recovery? The answers to this pressing question often depends on who you ask. In this episode, we will be talking with a true expert on the history of addiction treatment in America, William "Bill" White, author of the popular text Slaying the Dragon---the History of Addiction Treatment and Recovery in America. White is the best possible guest that "Recovery Matters" could have gotten to discuss matters such as which treatment options work the best, which methods and techniques should we be paying attention to, and most importantly, is there room for variety and variation in an individual's recovery experience?
Is there one "tried and true" method to addiction recovery? The answers to this pressing question often depends on who you ask. In this episode, we will be talking with a true expert on the history of addiction treatment in America, William "Bill" White, author of the popular text Slaying the Dragon---the History of Addiction Treatment and Recovery in America. White is the best possible guest that "Recovery Matters" could have gotten to discuss matters such as which treatment options work the best, which methods and techniques should we be paying attention to, and most importantly, is there room for variety and variation in an individual's recovery experience?
12/2/10: Spending Addiction, Recovery Solutions, with special guest, Sally Palaian, Ph.D.
With the holidays in full swing, spending is on a lot of people's minds. But what happens when the line is crossed, and not just during the holidays? What happens when spending causes problems and ultimately causes impairment? What happens when spending turns into addiction? On this episode, we will discuss these hard questions and contemplate solutions for recovery.
With the holidays in full swing, spending is on a lot of people's minds. But what happens when the line is crossed, and not just during the holidays? What happens when spending causes problems and ultimately causes impairment? What happens when spending turns into addiction? On this episode, we will discuss these hard questions and contemplate solutions for recovery.
12/16/10: Recovery and the Arts: Singing Our Stories, with special guest, Sonia Lee
The arts and addiction have often been associated in tragic connotations...for decades, we have heard stories about singers and brilliant artists being brought down by addiction. But what about those
individuals in recovery who use their music and their art as an expression of their recovery experiences? On this episode of "Recovery Matters," host Dr. Jamie Marich will share some of her own music, in addition to hosting a well-known contributor to the recovery music scene, Sonia Lee.
The arts and addiction have often been associated in tragic connotations...for decades, we have heard stories about singers and brilliant artists being brought down by addiction. But what about those
individuals in recovery who use their music and their art as an expression of their recovery experiences? On this episode of "Recovery Matters," host Dr. Jamie Marich will share some of her own music, in addition to hosting a well-known contributor to the recovery music scene, Sonia Lee.
12/23/10: Recovery and the Holidays, with special guests, William Aley, MSW, and Angeline Jordon
Despite the glowing lights and festive times, the holidays can be especially hard for individuals in recovery of any kind. Indeed, we have all heard that grim statistic that murders and suicides can actually be highest around the holidays...but why? In this episode, we will explore some of these connections and continue to discuss the best possible plan for staying safe- and sane- during the holidays.
Despite the glowing lights and festive times, the holidays can be especially hard for individuals in recovery of any kind. Indeed, we have all heard that grim statistic that murders and suicides can actually be highest around the holidays...but why? In this episode, we will explore some of these connections and continue to discuss the best possible plan for staying safe- and sane- during the holidays.
12/30/10: Making Change Count: Solutions for the New Year, with special guest author James Krehbiel
This is the time of year when we all start talking about New Years Resolutions...but what will it take to get them to stick? In other words, what is required if you want to see meaningful change happen in your life.
Join us for this show as we will discuss how to make change count for you in the new year!
This is the time of year when we all start talking about New Years Resolutions...but what will it take to get them to stick? In other words, what is required if you want to see meaningful change happen in your life.
Join us for this show as we will discuss how to make change count for you in the new year!
1/13/11: Trauma-Sensitive Addiction Treatment, with special guests Linda Curran, LPC & Ginny O'Keeffe
For decades, traditional approaches to addiction treatment have failed to consider the role that unresolved trauma can play in an individual's attempt at addiction recovery. However, research and practice
knowledge continues to suggest that honoring the role of trauma in an individual's experience can enhance the recovery process. In this show, we will be talking to two practitioners who are experts in this field, who
can testify to the powerful results that can manifest in recovery when the role of trauma is sensitively addressed.
For decades, traditional approaches to addiction treatment have failed to consider the role that unresolved trauma can play in an individual's attempt at addiction recovery. However, research and practice
knowledge continues to suggest that honoring the role of trauma in an individual's experience can enhance the recovery process. In this show, we will be talking to two practitioners who are experts in this field, who
can testify to the powerful results that can manifest in recovery when the role of trauma is sensitively addressed.
1/20/11: Forgotten Recovery, with special guest host Dr. Earl Grey
In this episode, Dr. Earl Grey will discuss the elements of recovery that often are forgotten. He will provide a step by step way of staying conscious as you re-build your life. Specifically, he will address the grief, sadness, fear, and anger that can accompany living life “clean & sober.”
In this episode, Dr. Earl Grey will discuss the elements of recovery that often are forgotten. He will provide a step by step way of staying conscious as you re-build your life. Specifically, he will address the grief, sadness, fear, and anger that can accompany living life “clean & sober.”
1/27/11: A.A. is not the Only Way, with special guests Kenneth Anderson and Melanie Solomon
In this episode, we will be talking to two recovering individuals who are engaged in some exciting professional projects that really take an "all possible solutions" approach to recovery. Too often, discussions about recovery are often limited in their scope, and in this episode, we will be taking a "no-holds bar" look at various approaches to recovery, including Harm Reduction. (Click link below to listen)
http://hamshrn.org/marich012711.mp3
In this episode, we will be talking to two recovering individuals who are engaged in some exciting professional projects that really take an "all possible solutions" approach to recovery. Too often, discussions about recovery are often limited in their scope, and in this episode, we will be taking a "no-holds bar" look at various approaches to recovery, including Harm Reduction. (Click link below to listen)
http://hamshrn.org/marich012711.mp3
2/4/11: Dual Diagnosis: What It Means and How to Treat It
"Dual diagnosis" was a term that got thrown around in the popular media not too long ago when Lindsay Lohan's legal and treatment drama became front page news. But what exactly is meant by dual diagnosis,
co-occuring disorders, or other similar terms? Is it really harder for a person to get sober when he/she is also struggling with mental illness? Join us as we discuss these matters and talk about their implications for
long-term recovery.
"Dual diagnosis" was a term that got thrown around in the popular media not too long ago when Lindsay Lohan's legal and treatment drama became front page news. But what exactly is meant by dual diagnosis,
co-occuring disorders, or other similar terms? Is it really harder for a person to get sober when he/she is also struggling with mental illness? Join us as we discuss these matters and talk about their implications for
long-term recovery.
