Avoiding the Addiction Affliction
When does it stop being a party and start becoming a problem? Is there a way to steer clear of addiction? Every Wednesday, Mike McGowan explores substance use disorders with expert guests.
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"Who are You and What is Your Deal?" with Dr. Sterling Elliott (opens the original)
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Understanding who you are and what tools you're working with matter when trying to recover from addiction. Dr. Sterling Elliott talks about where and how self awareness is essential in pain management recovery. Dr. Elliott is the Clinical Pharmacist Lead for Ambulatory Surgery Practice at Northwestern Memorial Hospital (NMH) in Chicago, Illinois. He specializes in matters related to post-operative pain management in ambulatory surgeries. Dr. Elliott's expertise on patient-centered pain managemen
"Not My Shame" with Daniela Tilbrook (opens the original)
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For decades, Daniela Tilbrook bore a secret and the shame that went with it. But the secret and the shame were not hers to bear but were put upon her by those who we are all brought up to believe should care about us the most. Daniela talks about family secrets, sexual abuse, and the healing from the shame that was not hers. Daniela is the author of two books, "Not My Shame" and the newly released "Post Traumatic Wisdom." Daniela is a London-based author, coach, and speaker whose work sits at th
"It's Not Your Grandfather's Weed Anymore" with Melissa Moore (opens the original)
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There is a proliferation of cannabis and CBD products available just about everywhere. Melissa Moore discusses the marketing of these products, the target audience, and the lack of regulation. Melissa is a Certified Prevention Specialist and Owner & Trainer of M3 Consulting LG. Melissa has over 25 years of experience in public health prevention, community engagement, and coalition building—especially in rural settings. She's based in Medford, Wisconsin. Melissa can be contacted at https://m3-con
"Recovery Requires All of Us" with Guida Brown (opens the original)
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This September is National Recovery Month. What better way to celebrate six years of this podcast than to discuss why recovery—real recovery—requires the individual's, the family's, and the community's efforts. Guida Brown initiated this podcast six years ago and today joins us as the Principal for Guided by Guida. She serves as a Community Relations Consultant for US Drug Testing Laboratories in Des Plaines, Illinois. She also serves as President of the board of Orchids FASD Services Wisconsin,
"Surviving Betrayal" with Helen Fisher (opens the original)
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Betrayal in a relationship breaks you. When you discover infidelity in a relationship, it feels like your whole world has been shattered. Helen Fisher discusses how she works with individuals and couples to heal the pain of betrayal and rebuild trust; intimacy; and deep, emotional connection. Helen is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy and advanced training in Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy, as well as Advanced Training in Sex Therapy a
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