Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Synthetics are NOT a Solution
Synthetics are NOT a Solution
Synthetics are NOT a Solution
Friday 12th May 2017
Joanie Sigal challenges the 'drug-for-drug' mentality in addiction treatment and explores why synthetics won't solve addiction. Listen now.
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Joanie Sigal
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Breaking the Cycle: Why Synthetics Won't Solve Addiction
Drugs are not the problem. Drugs are the solution to whatever problem the addict can't quite face up to, so to just substitute one drug for another doesn't get at the underlying problem for which the drugs are the
Imagine thinking that swapping one drug for another could solve addiction. In this episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', Joanie Sigal tackles the widespread 'drug-for-drug' mentality head-on. She argues that simply replacing heroin with methadone or suboxone is a misguided approach that fails to address the root causes of addiction. Instead, it merely swaps one problem for another. Joanie doesn’t hold back, calling this method 'stupid' and 'delusional'.
She stresses that drugs are often a way for addicts to escape deeper issues they can't confront, and substituting one drug for another doesn't solve these underlying problems. The episode delves into alternative treatment approaches, like those at Narconon Suncoast, which focus on detox, withdrawal, and education to achieve lasting sobriety. You'll hear about the detox process and why replenishing nutrients stripped away by drugs is crucial.
Joanie also highlights the alarming statistic that opioids are now killing more people than guns, underscoring the urgency of finding effective treatments. The episode covers the significant impact of addiction on families and the vital role parents play in supporting their loved ones through recovery. If you're an addict, suspect you might be, or know someone struggling with addiction, this episode offers tough truths and valuable insights that could be life-changing.