Betsy Byler
Betsy Byler
How Does Addiction Progress? Stages You Need to Know
How Does Addiction Progress? Stages You Need to Know
How Does Addiction Progress? Stages You Need to Know
Monday 3rd April 2023
Betsy Byler outlines the six stages of addiction, providing therapists with crucial insights for effective client support on 'All Things Substance'.
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Get the buttons here!Mapping Addiction: Six Stages Therapists Should Know
The stages of addiction are important because we want to know where things are: the initiation and experimentation phases. I wanted to tell you what I felt like was important for a therapist, rather than giving you all the information, because, frankly, we don't need all of that.
Ever wondered how addiction really takes hold? Betsy Byler, a seasoned therapist and clinical supervisor, breaks it down in this episode of 'All Things Substance'. She takes listeners through the six stages of addiction, offering a detailed look at each phase and its implications.
From the initial stage of initiation, where a person first tries a substance, to the final stage of crisis, marked by severe withdrawal symptoms, Byler's insights are grounded in her extensive experience and the broader understanding of addiction progression. She emphasizes that these stages aren't set in stone but are a useful framework for therapists trying to gauge the severity of a client's substance use.
Byler discusses how normal use can shift to risky use and eventually lead to dependence and full-blown addiction. She points out that recognizing these stages can help therapists provide better support and make informed decisions about when to refer clients for specialized treatment. Byler also highlights that therapists don't need a whole new skill set to tackle substance use issues; rather, they should be attentive to signs of risky use and ask the right questions.
This episode is a must-listen for therapists eager to enhance their understanding of addiction and improve their practice.