Harm Reduction vs. Abstinence-Only Approaches with Dr. Andrew TatarskyHarm Reduction vs. Abstinence-Only Approaches with Dr. Andrew Tatarsky
The Beyond Addiction Show
Dr. Josh King welcomes you to another episode of . Today, Dr. King is accompanied by , one of the pioneers of Harm Reduction Therapy and the Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy developer. In this discussion, Dr. King plays the role of...
1:14:22•8 Jun 2022
Harm Reduction or Abstinence? Dr. Andrew Tatarsky Weighs In
“The harm reduction model says that we want to invite people and support people in taking ownership of their lives, of their relationship to drugs and of their treatment if they choose to engage in treatment, so that we can actually support and empower people to take the lead, which is a whole different.”
Are you curious about the different approaches to tackling substance use? In this episode of The Beyond Addiction Show, Dr. Josh King chats with Dr. Andrew Tatarsky, a pioneer in Harm Reduction Therapy and developer of Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy. Dr. King plays the skeptic, pushing Dr. Tatarsky to explain why harm reduction might be more effective than abstinence-only methods. Dr. Tatarsky shares his thoughts on compassionate pragmatism and why supporting people where they are can lead to positive change.
He also discusses practical tips like urge surfing and creating a game plan for substance use. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the nuances of addiction treatment and find strategies that resonate with their personal journey.
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