Do We All Have Biases? Of Course We Do! (A Discussion of Values Exploration)Do We All Have Biases? Of Course We Do! (A Discussion of Values Exploration)
Scope of Practice
Donald McDonald joins the show as a follow up to his session at the Addiction Professionals of North Carolina Spring Conference where he presented "Identifying & Exploring Recovery Pathway Bias in the Lived Experience Workforce." Join us as we look a...
47:22•20 May 2022
Bias in Recovery: Donald McDonald's Insightful Take on Workforce Challenges
“We must explore our values and, and on a continuum of belief, it's, it's not a black and white thing.”
Ever wondered how biases shape the addiction recovery workforce? In this episode of 'Scope of Practice', Donald McDonald sheds light on this crucial issue. Following his impactful session at the Addiction Professionals of North Carolina Spring Conference, McDonald dives deep into the topic of 'Identifying & Exploring Recovery Pathway Bias in the Lived Experience Workforce'.
He brings his personal journey of thriving in recovery from severe mental illness and substance use disorders to the forefront, offering a unique perspective on how biases permeate the workforce. McDonald and the hosts discuss the role of bias, the spectrum of beliefs, and why supervision is vital in addressing these biases. They also tackle the often-overlooked challenges of imposter syndrome and internalized stigma that many in the recovery workforce face.
McDonald’s approach emphasizes that values aren't black and white but exist on a continuum. This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in or interested in the addiction recovery field, offering a blend of personal anecdotes and professional insights that are both enlightening and thought-provoking.
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