Higher Satisfactions
Higher satisfactions come not from a quick fix, but from enduring relationships with others as well as productive activity.
The Varieties of SMART Recovery Experience
by Tom Horvath, Ph.D., ABPP There are multiple ways to experience any well-developed approach to addiction recovery, whether that approach is, for instance, SMART Recovery, a 12-step group or Stanton Peele’s PERFECT Program. In this article I present my observations about experiences in SMART Recovery. I acknowledge the foundation established for this article by The […]
Questioning Dr. Peele
Our very own Dr. Horvath questions Dr. Peele about defining addiction, recovery and many other important issues on this SMART Recovery podcast. Click here to listen to the entire audio clip.
Don’t Toss Away the Serenity Prayer
Originally posted on March 8, 2013 on the Reunion San Diego blog For people opposed to “prayers”, AA meetings, traditional 12-step-based treatment and/or prayer in general, it’s too bad that the Serenity Prayer has been co-opted. What you probably don’t know, according to “The Secret History of the Serenity Prayer” by author Susan Cheever at […]
Think the Drink (or Drug) Through
Part of overcoming the need for a quick fix is recognizing and appreciating the value of enduring satisfactions versus momentary pleasures.
Tolerating Discomfort
Discomfort is an unavoidable feeling whether you’re in recovery or not. Learn why it’s important to tolerate uncomfortable feelings and how you can deal.
To Moderate or to Abstain? That is the Question!
Dr. Horvath discusses the difference between moderation and abstinence and looks at how each approach might benefit someone struggling with addiction.
The Abstinence Violation Approach
Relapse is often a part of recovery efforts. One approach is to teach clients how to handle “slips” and keep moving. Dan Galant, PhD, discusses the benefits of this approach.
Motivational Interviewing and Harm Reduction
Dr. Horvath looks at the inconsistency of acceptance between two similar approaches to addiction treatment; motivational interviewing and harm reduction.
Coping With Disaster
Addiction recovery can be particularly difficult during disaster. Here, Dr. Horvath discusses six points to help you cope whether you’re in recovery or not.