Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Moral Failing Or Medical Condition?
Moral Failing Or Medical Condition?
Moral Failing Or Medical Condition?
Friday 2nd July 2021
Is addiction a choice or an illness? Dr. Jacques de Broekert explores this question, debunking myths and offering essential insights on treatment.
27 minutes
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Dr. Jacques de Broekert
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Is Addiction a Choice or an Illness? Doc Jacques Weighs In
You are not morally weak because you have an addiction. I tell my addicts when they come in: you're not a weak person, you're actually a very strong person.
Picture this: you're at a crossroads, wondering if addiction is a sign of moral weakness or a genuine medical condition. In this episode, Dr. Jacques de Broekert, your addiction lifeguard, tackles this age-old debate head-on. Drawing from his extensive clinical experience, he shatters the myth that addiction stems from a lack of willpower. Instead, he frames it as a complex medical condition that demands professional treatment and understanding. But that's not all—Dr.
Jacques dives into how addiction strains relationships and disrupts work life, emphasizing that trauma often plays a pivotal role in this struggle. He also sheds light on how the pandemic has muddied public perceptions of addiction, making it even more challenging for those in need to seek help. With his compassionate yet straightforward approach, Dr. Jacques offers a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with addiction and their loved ones.
Whether you're seeking to understand addiction better or looking for guidance on effective treatment, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss.