Mary Beth O'Connor, author of 'Junkie to Judge,' shares her personal journey of triumph over trauma and addiction. She emphasizes the importance of showing people that recovery is possible, Mary Beth O'Connor decided to write her book to share her story and provide a more realistic portrayal of the recovery process. She explains that trauma and mental health conditions are common factors in developing a substance use disorder. Mary Beth O'Connor also discusses the difference between dependence and addiction, highlighting the importance of understanding both.
Sound Bites
"Understanding the underlying trauma and mental health conditions."
"Differentiating between dependence and addiction."
"It's never been hard for people to get drugs. I mean, the internet isn't another way. It's a new way."
"Having an open conversation with the person who has the substance use disorder is helpful."
Chapters
00:00 Alternative Recovery Paths and the Influence of the Internet
15:50 Understanding Trauma and Addiction
26:58 Personalized Treatment Approaches for Recovery
38:05 Emotional Regulation and Mental Health
45:03 The Role of Family Support in Recovery