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The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast
In this Q and A episode Ashley answers the listener question from a teacher wanting to know how to help their addicted students. They are trying to find ways they can create a safe space for the students to talk openly about the challenges they are facing and want to know how they can help.
21:19•29 Jul 2022
Supporting Students in Recovery: Practical Tips for Teachers
“The value of being a person that people who are struggling can come and talk to and can feel like they're not being judged and can feel like you're a safe person is more valuable than having the right answer.”
Teachers have a tough job, but it gets even more challenging when students are battling addiction. In this episode of 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast', Ashley Loeb Blassingame, who has been sober for 16 years and is a seasoned drug and alcohol counselor, tackles a listener's question on this very issue. How can educators create a safe environment for students to open up about their struggles?
Ashley shares actionable advice on fostering a non-judgmental space and making lessons engaging and relevant. She also highlights the importance of sharing personal recovery stories and bringing in external speakers to talk about mental health. The goal? To promote empathy and understanding, which can make a world of difference for students grappling with addiction. Tune in for practical tips that can help you support your students on their recovery journey.
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