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EP27: Still Think Methadone is Just Another Drug? Here’s What You’re Missing About Addiction Recovery
Episode 2716th April 2025 • Family Support In Addiction Recovery : Substance Abuse Disorder Tools Beyond Al- Anon • Paul King
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What if the biggest myth about addiction recovery is actually keeping people trapped? Could harm minimisation be the key to breaking the cycle for good?

For years, many people—including parents of those struggling with addiction—believe that full abstinence is the only path to recovery. But what if that belief is causing more harm than good? In this episode, we explore how harm minimisation treatments like methadone and buprenorphine provide stability, reduce criminal activity, and give people a real chance at rebuilding their lives.

  • Discover why harm minimisation is often the best path to long-term recovery.
  • Learn how methadone can reduce chaos and provide a safer alternative to heroin use.
  • Understand why recovery isn’t a straight path—and why accepting this can bring peace to families.

Press play now to hear a personal journey of transformation and why rethinking recovery could make all the difference.

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This podcast provides practical guidance and support for families navigating the challenges of substance abuse disorder, offering insights from addiction recovery experts, family therapy, and support groups like Al-Anon and Family Drug Support, with a focus on understanding how to help and support loved ones dealing with addiction, including heroin addiction, through counselling and treatment options.

DISCLAIMER 

Every family is different — if you’re supporting someone through addiction, please make decisions that are right for you, ideally in consultation with qualified professionals and appropriate support networks.



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