About this episode

The episode discusses alcohol use disorder, its causes, and treatment options, featuring insights from a pastor and a therapist.

Pastor Kevin Dixon and therapist Dave Verhaagen look at alcohol use disorder, what we commonly call alcoholism. Is it a psychological, bodily or spiritual disorder? Why are some people more susceptible to it? And, is the total sobriety approach of Alcoholics Anonymous the only effective treatment? - - - Do you have a comment or question about mental health and spiritual issues? Join the discussion: Text us at (615) 861-9503. If you would like to talk with someone, you can email Journey's care pastor, Sam Barnhart, sam@journeytn.com.

People in this episode

Hosts: Pastor Kevin Dixon, Sam Barnhart

Guest: Dave Verhaagen

Topics covered

• alcohol use disorder
• psychological disorders
• spirituality
• treatment approaches
• susceptibility to alcoholism

Keywords

• alcoholism
• treatment
• psychological disorder
• spiritual disorder
• Alcoholics Anonymous
• mental health
• susceptibility

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Alcoholics Anonymous

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