Real Addiction Talk

By: James Gibbons M.A. IADC
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  • Summary

  • 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.
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Episodes
  • S1E4: Five Rules of Recovery

    S1E4: Five Rules of Recovery
    Mar 6 2023

    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.

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    26 mins
  • STAGES OF CHANGE

    STAGES OF CHANGE
    Oct 3 2022

    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.

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    20 mins
  • S1E2 Disease Concept of Addiction

    S1E2 Disease Concept of Addiction
    Sep 12 2022

    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.
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    43 mins

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