Show Notes:

 

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  Christine Capshew discusses drug addiction in teens, noting that social media normalizes drug behavior among them and advises parents to look for early signs of addiction

  
  
  
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  Explains addiction as a brain disease influenced by genetics, mentioning stages of addiction, and connects addiction with suicidal tendencies and self-harming

  
  
  
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  Proper treatment, including nutrition, psychoeducation, and restoring relationships, can help even those with genetic predisposition recover from addiction

  
  
  
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  Naltrexone is effective in treating opioid and alcohol addiction but marijuana addiction requires roughing it out as it has withdrawal symptoms

  
  
  
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  Finding the right detox facility is important for effective treatment, which may taper off medication over five to seven days depending on the intensity of addiction

  
  
  
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  Detox is recommended for weed addiction and takes about 30 days to clear the brain fog and establish normal patterns

  
  
  
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  Dopamine hits caused by blue screen light can make it harder to resist the urge to relapse

  
  
  
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  Being well-informed about addiction can help overcome stigma

  
  
  

This episode features an interview with:

 

CHRISTINE CAPSHEW

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEO and Founder of Conscious Healing, Inc.

Christine Capshew is a licensed clinical social worker and the founder and CEO of Conscious Healing, Inc., a mental health and trauma treatment center in Virginia. She has over 20 years of experience working in the field of mental health and addiction treatment.

Capshew is known for her expertise in treating trauma and addiction in adolescents and young adults, as well as for her advocacy work on behalf of those struggling with mental health issues. She is a sought-after speaker and has presented at numerous conferences and workshops on topics related to mental health and addiction.

Capshew is also a certified yoga instructor and incorporates mindfulness practices into her treatment approach.

 

Important Links and resources mentioned:

Christine Capshew

ccapshew@conscioushealingva.com

Conscious Healing – Integrative Addiction Treatment (conscioushealingva.com)

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