The 13th Step A Wild (Wild?) West
Jun 6, 2023
Dive into the chaotic world of addiction treatment, where accountability often goes missing. Discover how the term 'wild west' encapsulates the lack of oversight in the industry. Hear alarming testimonials about 13th stepping and the challenges victims face in reporting misconduct. Explore whether the 12-step model supports or hinders recovery, especially for women dealing with trauma. The podcast sheds light on the need for reform, as experts weigh in on the deep-rooted issues and necessary changes to improve safety and efficacy in treatment.
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Longstanding Industry Failures
- The addiction treatment industry has a history of fraud and dangerous care that creates systemic risk.
- That history helps explain why unethical behavior can persist without detection.
Recovery Backgrounds Aren't Professional Training
- Many people in treatment work come from personal recovery but often lack formal training or professional boundaries.
- That mix of vulnerability and limited professionalization raises risk for boundary violations.
Stigma Built A Parallel System
- Stigma historically excluded people with addiction from mainstream healthcare and professional oversight.
- That marginalization helped build a parallel recovery system reliant on peers rather than licensed professionals.
