Mary Woods
Mary Woods
MARK J. ALBANESE, M.D
MARK J. ALBANESE, M.D
MARK J. ALBANESE, M.D
Monday 1st December 2008
Dr. Mark J. Albanese discusses addiction as self-medication and the need for comprehensive treatment plans on 'One Hour AT A Time'.
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Get the buttons here!Finding Hope in Recovery: Dr. Mark J. Albanese on Addiction and Self-Medication
We need to be a little bit more broad-minded and offer a menu of things. There are many ways that people get sober and, if anything, I think we need, as a profession, to be a little bit more broad-minded and offer a menu of things.
What if understanding addiction could be the key to finding hope and healing? In this episode of 'One Hour AT A Time', host Mary Woods sits down with Dr. Mark J. Albanese, a leading voice in addiction psychiatry. Dr. Albanese, who has an impressive background including positions at Harvard Medical School and Cambridge Health Alliance, shares his deep insights into addiction as a form of self-medication.
He talks about his book, 'Understanding Addiction as Self-Medication: Finding Hope Behind the Pain', co-authored with Dr. Edward Khantzian, and how it sheds light on the complex nature of addiction. Dr. Albanese dives into the evolution of our understanding of addiction and the crucial role of comprehensive treatment plans for those with co-occurring disorders. He emphasizes that recovery isn't a one-size-fits-all journey but requires a broad-minded approach with multiple treatment options, including medication.
One of the standout points in this conversation is the importance of support systems for both individuals and families navigating recovery. Listeners will find value in Dr. Albanese's discussion on the challenges faced when treating individuals with a history of driving under the influence and other dual diagnosis cases. His expertise offers a compassionate and practical perspective on how to address these issues effectively.
If you're curious about how addiction can be seen through the lens of self-medication and want to hear about innovative treatment strategies, this episode is a must-listen. It’s an eye-opening discussion that offers both hope and practical advice for anyone touched by addiction or mental health challenges.