Addiction and Recovery - podcast 6 - Addiction and Art

In this podcast I will discuss a bit about the importance of art for addicts. I will also discuss a little my own views on new drug treatments for addiction.





The music for today’s podcast was written by Doug and Judy Smith and was called “Crest of a revolution”. You can find out more about them here;

http://www.dougsmithguitar.com/
You can also subscribe to the Addiction and Recovery podcast in iTunes.

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Is Topiramate the Wonder Cure for Addiction? I Do Not Think So

There is a lot of excitement over the last few years over a drug called Topiramate and the hope that this wonder drug will cure addiction for once and for all. Many researchers, as well as others working in the addiction field, seem really excited about Topiramate as a cure for addiction. To be honest I'm a bit skeptical about the whole thing. I think that finding drugs to treat addiction is sort of missing the point; at least it would have been for my situation.


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Art Can Save Drunks and Addicts

I always feel a bit hesitant when it comes to claiming that addicts are somehow fundamentally different from the people around them, but it does seem to be that way. Maybe it is just that certain personalities are more drawn to addiction. One thing that I've noticed about us addicts is that we seem to be extremely sensitive people.



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Addiction and recovery podcast 5; is recovery dull?

Is recovery dull?
In this week’s episode I discuss more about life in recovery. I remember once fearing that the sober life would be dull, but this is far from the case. This week I will also discuss a bit about dual diagnosis. Please leave a comment if have any suggestions for the podcast or just want to say hello.
The music for today’s podcast was written by Doug and Judy Smith and was called “Crest of a revolution”. You can find out more about them here;

http://www.dougsmithguitar.com/
You can also subscribe to the Addiction and Recovery podcast in iTunes.
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Benefits of Learned Optimism and How it Can Make You Live Longer

Learned optimism is not only likely to make you a lot happier but research is showing that people who are optimistic are healthier and can live up to seven years longer than the pessimistic. For some of us being optimistic doesn't seem to come naturally, but the good news is that it seems possible to teach ourselves to more positive about the future. This is something that I have been trying for a few years, and I'm pleased to say there have been some great benefits in my life.


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Video about Thamkrabok

Here is a video about Wat Thamkrabok Thailand. This is the Buddhist treatment facility where I became sober. It was made by one of the western monks who stayed in the temple.

Is Sober Living Dull?

Those who are considering escaping addiction or are new to recovery might worry that sober living is a bit dull. They fear that the excitement and spontaneity found when they use alcohol or drug just won't be there for them in recovery.


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