Adolescent Trauma Experience and the Relation To Substance Abuse (06-30-18)Adolescent Trauma Experience and the Relation To Substance Abuse (06-30-18)
Addiction Today
Counselor Mike discusses how adolescent trauma often underpins substance abuse and highlights compassionate care strategies.
28:48•13 Sept 2018
Understanding Adolescent Trauma and Substance Abuse with Counselor Mike
“Trauma, in the way that most people think about it, is like this huge, overwhelming event that kind of like shocks our system, shocks our life and throws off the balance of everything.”
What if the root of addiction isn't the addiction itself, but something deeper? In this episode of 'Addiction Today', host Russ Morley sits down with Mike, the lead counselor at Family First Adolescent Services in Palm Beach Gardens, to unpack the complex relationship between adolescent trauma and substance abuse. Mike brings a wealth of personal experience and professional insight, challenging the notion that addiction is the primary issue.
Instead, he argues that it often serves as a symptom of unresolved trauma. The conversation navigates through the intricacies of providing compassionate and individualized care to young people grappling with these challenges. Mike sheds light on the critical role of early education and prevention, stressing that a supportive environment can make all the difference. He also tackles the tough question of how to help someone let go of harmful coping mechanisms without leaving them feeling vulnerable.
The episode emphasizes the importance of safety in relationships and listening to one's higher power as essential components of recovery. If you're interested in understanding the deeper issues behind substance abuse and learning about effective, empathetic approaches to treatment, this episode is a must-listen.
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