For this 12th podcast, the evils of, erroneous assumptions contained within, and myths perpetrated by the so-called “12 Steps” and the “Disease Model” of addictions are exposed for what they really are, according to Dr. Mathis. Research data that contradicts and exposes the erroneous tenants of the Disease Model and the 12-Steps will be presented, along with more “real” treatment models and alternatives to use in place of these approaches. This presenter’s own methods for helping persons who are suffering from substance abuse and/or dependency disorders (which are almost always accompanied by miscellaneous other co-morbid disorders) will also be introduced. Given that this will most assuredly be a “nothing held back” presentation delivered in a very “non politically correct”, blunt, and sometimes mocking manner, believers in and supporters of the 12-Steps and the Disease Model are strongly advised to avoid listening to this podcast (as they will almost assuredly feel this podcast to be offensive, abusive, confrontational, infantilizing, insulting, and otherwise not to their liking). The potential listener should consider himself/herself warned.
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Suggested Websites to Explore for 12-Step Alternatives
https://rational.org/index.php?id=1 = Rational Recovery Site
http://www.positiveatheism.org/tocaprrwp.htm = Cliff Walker’s Recovery Watch
