Podcast XTRA: Q&A with Rev Jack AbelPodcast XTRA: Q&A with Rev Jack Abel
My Child & ADDICTION
Caron Treatment Centers’ Rev Jack Abel answers questions from parents about the role of spirituality in the treatment of patients and their families dealing with a substance use disorder and other mental health conditions. Podcast Disclaimer...
23:07•9 Aug 2022
Rev Jack Abel on Spirituality's Role in Addiction Recovery
“What is the harvest from a spiritual connectedness is contact and direction that we can find without a god notion and even without necessarily a structured sort of spiritual system.”
Ever wondered how spirituality can influence addiction recovery? In this episode of 'My Child & Addiction', Rev Jack Abel from Caron Treatment Centers takes on a range of questions from concerned parents. He explores how different forms of spiritual connection can support recovery, even for those who don't follow traditional religious paths.
Rev Abel dives into the effectiveness of the 12-step program for atheists and agnostics, and discusses alternative treatments like medication-assisted therapy and mutual support groups such as AA, SMART Recovery, and Dharma. One of the standout points is his emphasis on hope. He shares a poignant quote from a writer who battled depression: 'hope persists in the human spirit in a ridiculous way'.
This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone dealing with addiction or mental health issues, and their loved ones. Tune in to discover how spirituality can be a beacon of hope in the darkest times.
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