Damon Frank & Kristina Dennis
Damon Frank
Refusing Treatment! Now What? with Guest Eric Rhinehart
Refusing Treatment! Now What? with Guest Eric Rhinehart
Refusing Treatment! Now What? with Guest Eric Rhinehart
Wednesday 9th October 2024
Explore how setting boundaries can lead to recovery, even when treatment is refused. Insights from interventionist Eric Rhinehart.
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Episode Overview
- Setting firm boundaries can motivate change.
- Interventions involve the whole family, not just the individual.
- Addiction is a disease requiring ongoing management.
- Discomfort can be a catalyst for recovery.
- There's always hope if someone is breathing.
If they're breathing, there's hope. Do all you can do, but avoid enabling behaviour.
Imagine a family gathering where everyone’s trying to help a loved one overcome addiction, only to be met with a firm refusal. That's the scenario explored in this episode of The Recovered Life Show. Host Damon Frank sits down with interventionist Eric Rhinehart to tackle the tough question: What happens when someone refuses treatment? Eric, with his clinical background, paints a vivid picture of the complexities involved in interventions, highlighting how addiction often entangles families in codependency.
He stresses the importance of setting boundaries and explains that while not all interventions lead to immediate success, they can plant seeds for future change. Eric shares his experiences, showing that interventions aren't just about the person struggling with addiction; they're also about helping the family unit. It's a collective effort where everyone plays a role in recovery. You might be surprised to learn that sometimes multiple family members find themselves on a path to recovery during these interventions.
The conversation also touches on common misconceptions about addiction being a moral issue or a lack of control. Eric emphasises that addiction is a disease, much like cancer or diabetes, and requires ongoing management. He explains how discomfort can be a powerful motivator for change, sharing anecdotes of families who had to make tough choices out of love.
If you're grappling with similar challenges, this episode offers valuable insights into how to support your loved ones while taking care of yourself. It's a reminder that if there's breath, there's hope, and that sometimes making someone thirsty for change is the best way forward. Tune in to hear more about the transformative power of setting boundaries and standing firm in your support.