MCPHD
Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller
When Schools Become a Part of Recovery
When Schools Become a Part of Recovery
When Schools Become a Part of Recovery
Friday 31st October 2025
Explore how schools can be a vital part of youth recovery from substance use, with insights from experts and personal stories.
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51 minutes
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Schools play a crucial role in youth substance use recovery.
- Supportive policies and family engagement are key to prevention.
- Mental health integration in schools is essential.
- Recovery begins with understanding, not punishment.
- Open communication fosters resilience and hope.
"Recovery for young people begins not with punishment, but with understanding and support."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this engaging episode of Beyond Substance, hosts Dean Babcock and Jodi Miller dive into the significant role schools play in the journey of recovery from substance use. With insights from John Ferguson, a seasoned marriage and family therapist, and Ted, a parent who has walked the path of recovery alongside his son, the episode offers a blend of professional advice and personal experiences.
Ferguson discusses how school policies can either support or hinder young people's recovery, emphasising the importance of prevention, mental health integration, and family involvement. Ted shares his family's journey, highlighting how compassionate educators and open communication can make all the difference. The episode underscores that recovery for young people often begins with understanding and support rather than punishment.
It paints a hopeful picture of how schools can be allies in fostering resilience and offering a lifeline to students and families grappling with substance use challenges. If you're curious about how schools can transform into supportive environments for recovery, this episode is a must-listen.