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Challenging Pathos
Stanton Peele, Ph.D., J.D., is a seminal figure in the addiction field. All Treatment awarded him the Best Academic Addiction Blog for 2012. Dr. Peele has developed the on-line Life Process Addiction Program . His most recent book (with Ilse...
1:46:46•16 Sept 2016
Dr. Stanton Peele: Rethinking Addiction Beyond Substances
“You've got to peel away the human being and understand the human situation in order to understand addiction.”
Ever wondered if addiction is more than just a battle with substances? In this episode of 'Challenging Pathos', host Glenn Marshall sits down with Dr. Stanton Peele, a trailblazer in addiction research and treatment. Dr. Peele's groundbreaking work, including his Life Process Addiction Program, goes beyond the traditional views of addiction, looking at social and environmental factors that contribute to addictive behaviors. They discuss the limitations of conventional treatment methods and the power of individual choice in recovery. Dr.
Peele also sheds light on the potential for self-cure and the need for systemic changes in drug policy and harm reduction practices. His approach challenges the disease model of addiction, offering a fresh perspective that emphasizes understanding the human experience behind addiction. Tune in for an engaging conversation that could change the way you think about addiction and recovery.
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