Weekly Drop 007
ADDICTION IS A DISEASE. IT JUST DIDN'T CLICK FOR ME.
The condition is real. The history behind the disease construct is real too. Understanding the difference changed the way I understood myself and finally helped me get sober.
Historical foundation
Read the paper FROM SIN TO DISEASE
Peter Ferentzy's doctoral dissertation traces how the language used to describe persistent substance use shifted from sin and moral failure toward medicine and disease. Read the paper for the history, then consider what that history means for the way you understand yourself.
Member resource
CONTINUE INSIDE THE COMMUNITY
The full video, Josh's reflection, action prompts, and member discussion are included with an active Fall Seven X membership.