EP. 51. Understanding Addiction as a Disease with Maggie Schell, LCMHCA, CADC
🎙️ In this episode of the "Marriage Underdogs Radio Show" podcast, host Chris A. Matthews interviews guest Maggie Schell, a licensed clinical mental health counselor associate and certified alcohol and drug counselor who, together, explore addiction's complexities. They discuss addiction not just as a personal choice but as a medical condition, using the American Society of Addiction Medicine's six dimensions to explain how addiction affects individuals and their relationships. The episode emphasizes understanding addiction as a disease that often coexists with other health issues, requiring comprehensive treatment and a supportive recovery environment. This episode aims to equip listeners with practical tools and understanding to support loved ones through recovery, reduce stigma, and promote empathy in managing addiction in relationships.
To learn more about the ASAM Dimensions, please visit: https://www.asam.org/asam-criteria/about-the-asam-criteria
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