Matt Bair and Ryan Hedrick talk about how recovery is different for everyone, noting that each person has their own challenges. They discuss the difficulties of being a caregiver, especially the emotional stress it can cause. They also highlight the hard task of picking the right treatment provider for a loved one and how important this choice is for a successful recovery.

They also discuss how addiction affects the whole family, changing the dynamics and interactions at home. By sharing their own experiences, Matt and Ryan illustrate the difficulties that come with addiction and how focusing on love can help create a supportive environment for recovery.

Joining The Show: 

Dr. Michael Miller, CEO and Medical Director of Miller Care Group. Dr. Miller is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in chronic wound management since 1997. He has traveled globally to provide wound care education through lectures, articles, and book chapters, and he volunteers annually in Honduras. Certified in addiction treatment since 2015, he also offers advanced pain management. Dr. Miller was named Physician of the Year in 2010 by the American Osteopathic Foundation and serves as an Assistant Professor at Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he mentors medical students.

Timestamps and discussions: 

11:22 - 14:39: Introduction to Dr. Miller and discussion about limited adolescent treatment choices.

14:57 - 18:52: The effectiveness of faith-based treatment and its long-term impact on recovery.

19:04 - 22:24: Caregiver challenges, including the legal inability to restrain a loved one who is using, especially if they are young and in recovery.

22:36 - 25:35: Accountability for for-profit treatment centers. Dr. Miller discusses the need for more accountability in businesses that treat addiction.

25:50 - 28:00: Dr. Miller's final thoughts, emphasizing hope in recovery and his passion for treating young people who are addicted.

Resources: 

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