Is Addiction a Disease — or Are We Missing Something?
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Dry January: the history of addiction recovery from Alcoholics Anonymous to today
In a panel discussing the growth of the Dry January movement Laura McKowen, author and founder of The Luckiest Club, reflects on the importance and imperfections of Alcoholics Anonymous. CJ Mutti, founder and owner of the non-alcoholic bottle shop Dry Humor, speaks to the program’s successes while clinical social worker Jana Wu of the Mountainside […]
Negative Reinforcement in Psychology: What You Didn’t Know
Why do people turn to substance abuse? In this YouTube Short, Dr. Richard Bradlow explains the psychology of drinking to cope, addiction triggers, and how mental health challenges contribute to substance abuse and addiction. Learn about the cycle of addiction, the importance of therapy for addiction recovery, and strategies to break free from harmful patterns. […]
Addiction Counseling Intake Explained (Exam Focused)
Intake is one of the 12 Core Functions of Addiction Counseling and represents the formal start of the counseling relationship. In this video, I break down what intake is, why it matters, and how it shows up on addiction counseling exams and in real-world practice. 💚 Download my FREE Addiction Exam Study PDF ➜ Ways […]
Counseling Basics Explained for the Addiction Counselor Exam
In this presentation, I explain foundational counseling terms in plain language, connect them to how questions are written on addiction counseling exams, and help you understand how to think like a counselor when choosing the best answer; not just memorizing definitions. 💚 Download my FREE Addiction Exam Study PDF ➜ Ways to Support This Channel: […]
Why People With Addiction Lie — It’s Not What You Think | Doctor Explains
“Why do people with addiction lie so much?” It’s a blunt question — but one that’s searched constantly by partners, families, and loved ones who feel confused and hurt. In this conversation, we unpack the real psychological and neurological reasons why dishonesty often shows up in addiction — and why it’s rarely about manipulation. Find […]