Addiction & Recovery
Addiction & Recovery podcast is part of the InterCoast Media Network, Focused on timely developments in addiction science, treatment innovations, and public policy, each episode delivers concise, research-informed updates that matter. From stories to emerging recovery approaches, we bring you the facts—no fluff, just informed insight. Whether you’re a professional in the field or simply passionate about making a difference, this series keeps you in the know.
Episodes
208 episodes
Beyond Habits: Understanding Dependency
Description: This podcast episode discusses the important distinction between habits and dependencies, particularly in the context of addiction and behavioral health. It explains that while many people engage in comforting routines, true dependenc...
Navigating Substance Use Concerns
This podcast segment discusses the nuances of recognizing concerns related to substance use without necessarily aiming for permanent cessation. It emphasizes that individuals can express a desire for moderation or boundary setting, rather than a c...
Sleeping in a Glass: The Truth About Alcohol
Many individuals use alcohol as a way to unwind and fall asleep, mistakenly believing it aids their sleep. However, while it may induce drowsiness initially, alcohol actually disrupts the sleep cycle and reduces sleep quality, leading to dependenc...
Understanding Addiction Beyond Withdrawal
Description: This podcast segment discusses the complexities of addiction, emphasizing that addiction can exist without physical withdrawal symptoms. It highlights the importance of psychological dependence and compulsive behaviors, illustrating t...
Understanding Alcohol Tolerance
Alcohol tolerance refers to the phenomenon where a person needs to consume larger amounts of alcohol to achieve the same effects that they once experienced with smaller quantities. This adaptation occurs as the body becomes accustomed to alcohol, ...
Recognizing Subtle Signs of Addiction
Description: This podcast episode discusses the subtle early warnings of addiction, emphasizing that minor behavioral or psychological shifts may indicate a developing issue, though they do not confirm addiction. It highlights common misconception...
The Early Drink Dilemma
Early drinking refers to the phenomenon of consuming alcohol before the legal drinking age, often during adolescence or earlier. While it is associated with greater risks for developing alcohol-related issues later in life, early drinking does not...
Navigating Alcohol's Fine Line
This podcast segment discusses the complexities surrounding alcohol use and its potential links to addiction. It emphasizes that responsible drinking in social situations does not automatically signal an alcohol use disorder, and it’s important to...
Navigating Parental Anxiety
Overblown parental concern refers to excessive worry about a child's safety or future that is not fully supported by evidence of actual risk or problematic behavior. This common issue highlights a disconnect between perceived threats and real risk...
Understanding Increasing Amounts in Recovery
Description: This episode discusses the concept of increasing amounts in the context of addiction and behavioral health. It explains how individuals may gradually require more of a substance or behavior to achieve the same effect, and emphasizes t...
Understanding Unplanned Drinking
Drinking more than planned refers to instances when an individual consumes alcohol in larger quantities or for longer periods than they initially intended. This behavior is common in social situations and does not automatically indicate a severe a...
Balancing Between Use and Dependency
The discussion around casual use versus dependency on alcohol highlights the complexities of substance use. Casual use is characterized by infrequent consumption without significant effects on daily life, whereas dependency indicates a reliance on...
Recognizing Early Addiction
Early addiction refers to the initial phase of engaging with substances or behaviors that may lead to negative consequences, even if it doesn't meet the criteria for a severe substance use disorder. This stage can involve both legal and illegal su...
Beyond Withdrawal: Understanding Substance Use
In this podcast segment, we address the misconception that the absence of physical withdrawal symptoms from substance use indicates that there are no issues at play. It highlights that individuals can still face significant problems related to sub...
Craving Evenings: Navigating Desire and Routine
Craving evenings refers to the strong desire or longing for the evening hours, often associated with feelings of freedom and relaxation that follow the end of the workday. This craving is a relatable internal experience for many individuals, highl...
Hidden Truths of Sneaky Drinking
Sneaky drinking is the practice of consuming alcohol in secret, often to avoid the judgment of others or due to personal shame. It can manifest in behaviors such as drinking alone or hiding alcohol containers, but does not automatically indicate a...
Navigating Recovery and Connection
This podcast segment emphasizes the importance of mental health awareness, particularly in the context of addiction and recovery. Each year, countless individuals face mental health challenges, often struggling to find the necessary support. The d...
Memory's Fragile Threads
Memory impairment during conversations can be unsettling and is often misinterpreted as a sign of severe mental decline. It typically stems from failures in memory encoding or retrieval, affecting short-term recall while long-term memories may rem...
Understanding Tolerance and Addiction
Increased tolerance refers to the body's adaptation to a substance, requiring larger amounts to experience the same effects over time. It's important to note that increased tolerance does not equate to addiction, which involves more complex behavi...
Managing Stress: Understanding Alcohol's Role
Stress drinking refers to the practice of consuming alcohol to alleviate feelings of stress or anxiety, which can lead to a reliance on alcohol for emotional management. While it can be a risk factor for developing Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), not ...
Navigating the Binge Paradox
Occasional binges refer to instances where individuals consume substances or engage in behaviors to an extreme degree over a short period, often during social occasions. While infrequent binges do not automatically indicate addiction, they can sti...
Understanding Alcohol Tolerance
Tolerance to alcohol refers to a reduced physical response to the same amount of alcohol over time, leading individuals to consume larger quantities to achieve similar effects. While developing a high tolerance can be associated with alcohol use d...
Navigating the Line: Casual vs. Problematic Use
This podcast segment discusses the important distinctions between casual and problematic use of substances and behaviors. Casual use is characterized by infrequent engagement without negative consequences, whereas problematic use involves damaging...