Understanding Addiction: Causes, Effects, and Recovery
Chief Reardon opens up about navigating some of the toughest calls of his career and the emotional impact those moments had—not just on the firefighters he leads, but on himself. He shares how he worked to ensure his team had the support they needed, and how he confronted the often-overlooked mental toll of the job.
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What You'll Learn
- Define addiction in both clinical and behavioral terms, including the neurochemical pathways involved.
- Identify common risk factors for addiction and the role of neurodiversity, environment, and habit formation.
- Apply strategies for supporting patients or providers dealing with addiction, including accountability, goal-setting, and lifestyle changes.
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