Did You Mislabel Your Trauma?Did You Mislabel Your Trauma?
Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard
Dr. Jacques de Broekert explores how mislabeling trauma can impact addiction recovery and discusses effective treatment methods.
24:19•26 Sept 2022
Did You Mislabel Your Trauma? Unpacking Addiction's Hidden Roots
“Trauma is the root of really what you're dealing with...and that is what I see a lot of with people who have addiction- is that they tend to act out as children because they're not being heard, they're not being felt, they're not being understood.”
Have you ever wondered if your trauma has been misunderstood or overlooked? In this episode of 'Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard', Dr. Jacques de Broekert tackles the intricate link between trauma and addiction. He explains how trauma often lies at the heart of addiction, and how mislabeling it can complicate recovery. Dr. Jacques breaks down the five forms of abuse that can lead to trauma, emphasizing that feeling truly heard and understood is vital for healing.
The discussion also touches on effective treatment methods, such as reframing and forgiveness, which are crucial in addressing both trauma and addiction. This episode offers a deeper understanding of how trauma shapes addiction and provides practical advice for those on the path to recovery.
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