Real Addiction Talk is an unfiltered podcast that focuses on creating positive change for those who are currently struggling with an active addiction, are in recovery, or just want more information about the addiction field. We provide up-to-date content, research, techniques, education, and resources for our listeners. The podcast is hosted by James Gibbons, M.A., IADC who is also in recovery from an addiction and has been sober for over 10 years. He has spent the last decade researching, studying, and helping those with an addiction in his community. James recently received his Master’s degree from the University of South Dakota in Addiction Counseling with co-occurring disorder specialization. Check out our website at realaddictiontalk.com for more information and to sign up for our newsletters.
In this episode, we explore the five rules of recovery and why we should live by these rules in order to make sure we are on track with our recovery. We also explore the three different types of relapse: mental, emotional, and physical. We also discuss the importance of understanding the difference between a lapse and relapse. Don’t forget to check out our website at www.realaddictiontalk.com (http://www.realaddictiontalk.com).
3 Oct 2022
STAGES OF CHANGE
In this episode, we explore the stages of change developed by DiClemente and Prochaska in the 1980’s. Despite being created forty years ago, the stages of change continue to be an important way to track one’s progress while in recovery. The Stages of Change include: Pre-contemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action, and Maintenance Stage. Real Addiction Talk is hosted by James Gibbons, M.A., IADC. Check out our website at: https://www.realaddictiontalk.com. (https://www.realaddictiontalk.com.)
12 Sept 2022
S1E2 Disease Concept of Addiction
In this episode, we break down the disease concept of addiction so that it makes better sense for all listeners. We discuss the following important factors:
What is a disease
Characteristics of a disease
Definition of addiction
How addiction compares with other diseases
Stages of the disease of addiction
Signs/Symptoms of addiction
Genetic and environmental factors
Why some people develop addiction and others do not
Importance of support in recovery
The stigma that is tied in with addiction
Don’t forget to visit our website and sign up for our newsletter at https://www.realaddictiontalk.com.
30 Aug 2022
Podcast Trailer
Brief trailer for Real Addiction Talk
28 Aug 2022
Episode 1.1: Sequence of Use
In our episode launch of Real Addiction Talk, we talk about our podcast and what we hope to accomplish moving forward. Our educational topic is on the sequence of use: trigger-thought-craving-use. We provide ways on how you can keep connected with us on social media platforms and we provide information on how you can become a member of the R.A.T. Pack. We also discuss how you can sign up to be a guest on our how by filling out our “be a guest” form on our website at www.realaddictiontalk.com. The episode is hosted by James Gibbons, M.A., IADC.
5 Aug 2022
Introducing Real Addiction Talk
This is a quick introduction to what Real Addiction talk is all about and what we plan on discussing on future episodes.
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