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Do People Need Support Group Meetings to Overcome Substance Use Problems?
Do People Need Support Group Meetings to Overcome Substance Use Problems?
Do People Need Support Group Meetings to Overcome Substance Use Problems?
Friday 7th September 2018
Are support groups essential for overcoming addiction? Mark Scheeren, Steven Slate, and Michelle Dunbar challenge this idea, advocating for personal choice.
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Support Groups: Are They Really Necessary for Recovery?
The people who moved on and weren't getting support of any kind were doing better- much better actually, than the people that stayed around in the fellowship or those that stayed in contact with us for support, in other words, the people that embraced their own free will, the ability to choose, the ability to move on and free themselves from addiction.
Ever wondered if you really need support group meetings to overcome substance use problems? In this thought-provoking episode of 'The Freedom Model for Addictions', hosts Mark Scheeren, Steven Slate, and Michelle Dunbar take a deep dive into this very question. They challenge the widely accepted belief that support groups are essential for recovery, arguing that this idea originated with the 12-step movement and may not be as helpful as it's often portrayed.
Before the rise of Alcoholics Anonymous in 1935, people managed to overcome their substance issues without the crutch of meetings and support groups. The hosts share their own experiences and research, questioning the necessity and effectiveness of these groups. They also tackle the controversial view that addiction is a disease, suggesting instead that personal choice and free will are the real keys to recovery.
If you're skeptical about traditional recovery methods or looking for a fresh perspective, this episode offers a compelling argument for reclaiming your autonomy and exploring alternative paths to sobriety.