[Podcast] Words Matter: Addiction Terminology, Accuracy, and Stigma - SMART Recovery Blog Digest

The latest blog articles published by SMART Recovery USA.  View this email online if it doesn't display correctly Here's a look at the latest blog articles posted by SMART Recovery USA. Visit the SMART Recovery blog to read more articles aimed at helping you, your loved ones, and your community overcome addiction. [Podcast] Words Matter: Addiction Terminology, Accuracy, and Stigma Words matter to Richard Saitz, M.D., who edits medical journals and publications for accuracy surrounding addiction terminology. In this talk, borrowed from our collection of 2019 SMART Recovery National Conference presentations, Dr. Saitz discusses substance use disorders as health conditions; how language can promote stigma and affects policy and care; and the emergence of accurate, […] Read more » Overcoming an Addictive Experience: The Importance of a Secure Base People become addicted to experiences. Substances create experiences and behaviors create experiences. This is why we observe the move in the DSM to include diagnoses beyond mere substance use. Alcohol creates a different experience than meth. Opiates create different experiences than sexually acting out. Gambling creates a different experience than binge eating, and so on and so […] Read more » About SMART Recovery  Founded in 1994, SMART Recovery uses science-based techniques that have proven to be effective in helping people recover from addiction problems involving any substance or behavior, including such things as alcohol, drugs, gambling, eating disorders, shopping, and internet use. Each week, many thousands of people discuss recovery progress and challenges at more than 3,000 in-person meetings in 23 countries, 40+ online gatherings, and 24/7/365 internet message board forums. Participants use SMART to assume responsibility for their own recovery and become empowered using its 4-Point Program®: building motivation; coping with urges; managing thoughts, feelings and behaviors; and living a balanced life. For more information, please visit www.smartrecovery.org. If you have questions or wish to speak to someone at SMART Recovery, please email information@smartrecovery.org or call 440-951-5357. Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTube | Blog Your contribution to SMART Recovery helps empower millions worldwide  with the tools to abstain from any substance or activity addiction. Information about alternative giving options: Send email to Giving@smartrecovery.org SMART Recovery is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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