Maria Shilaos, KSL Newsradio
Maria Shilaos, KSL Newsradio
Addiction Treatment Options #4
Addiction Treatment Options #4
Addiction Treatment Options #4
Sunday 23rd August 2020
Dr. Robert Mendenhall talks about addiction signs, treatment options, and how families can support recovery on 'Healthy Mind Matters'.
7 minutes
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Hopeful
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Life-changing
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Maria Shilaos, KSL Newsradio
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Get the buttons here!Navigating Addiction: Insights from Dr. Robert Mendenhall on Treatment and Family Support
We have a much better track record of success than we've ever had before. We have a much higher percentage of people that enter treatment, that do it successfully and that get to a place where they can say: yeah, I'm One Year sober. Yeah, I'm Five Years sober.
Life during the pandemic has been particularly tough for those grappling with addiction. In this episode of 'Healthy Mind Matters', host Maria Shilaos sits down with Dr. Robert Mendenhall, an addiction medicine physician with Intermountain's Dayspring Treatment and Recovery program. Together, they unpack the complexities of addiction, focusing on the signs, symptoms, and various treatment options available. Dr.
Mendenhall shares his expertise on the critical role of motivation in successful recovery and highlights that there is no single 'rock bottom' that defines when someone should seek help. Instead, he emphasizes the importance of humility and the willingness to accept assistance. The conversation takes a compassionate turn as they discuss how family members can provide unwavering support to their loved ones. Dr.
Mendenhall advises approaching those struggling with addiction with open-ended questions and unconditional love, even through the challenges of relapse. He explains that addiction is a dynamic brain condition and that relapses can be triggered by both stressful events and moments of celebration. Yet, there's hope: more people are entering treatment successfully and achieving long-term sobriety. This episode is a beacon of hope and practical advice for anyone affected by addiction, whether directly or through a loved one.