Positive Recovery MD Dr. Jason Powers, MD

In today's fast-paced world entire of instant gratification, men often find themselves caught in the relentless pursuit of chasing short-term pleasures, from alcohol and drugs to unhealthy relationships and risky behaviors. While society sells the notion that these quick fixes will bring happiness and fulfillment, these fleeting moments of satisfaction can quickly spiral into a cycle of dependency and self-destruction, masking deeper mental health issues that remain unaddressed. 
But what if there was a way to break free from this cycle and pave the way for long-term recovery and genuine happiness? Our guest this week, Alex Palmer, joins Dr. Powers as they normalize the conversation of men's mental health. 
Alex leads marketing and business development for Positive Recovery and is a passionate advocate for men's mental health. He hosts the Fellowman Podcast and is working his way through grad school to eventually become a therapist working with men experiencing similar mental health challenges to those he's worked through.
In this conversation, Alex and Dr. Powers explore the principles of the 12-step program and how they can be transformative tools for managing anxiety and depression. They also discuss why men have difficulty showing their emotions and how to create a liberating environment for men to feel safe enough to be vulnerable with one another. Click play to learn more about men's mental health and the interconnection of mental health and addiction.
Topics Discussed:


How the 12-step program can be beneficial for mental health
Why healthy, supportive relationships matter for men’s health
Re-wiring your brain through Positive Psychology
How untreated mental health issues can manifest into self-medication
Breaking the cycle of chasing short-term pleasures for long-term recovery
Therapeutic healing properties of spending time in the wilderness
 
Connect with Alex Palmer:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajmpalmer/
The Fellowman Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fellowman-podcast/id1554539897
 
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About Positive Recovery Centers:
 Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network. 
Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional, positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.
If you or someone you know needs addiction treatment, please visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help!
 
Call: 877-476-2743
Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006
Website: https://positiverecovery.com 
Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/ 
FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/

Does drinking alcohol affect your sleep? Can alcohol cause inflammation in the gut and lead to an unhealthy gut microbiome? How can I increase longevity and wellbeing in my life? If you find yourself asking any of these questions, we’ve got the expert on how to live your healthiest life possible - and it all comes down to four basic principles: sleep, diet, exercise, and community. 
Dr. Harold Minkowitz, a board-certified anesthesiologist who has devoted a large component of his professional career to Clinical Research, which he began during his residency. With his focus predominantly on investigating novel therapies to control pain, Dr Minkowitz has also held a number of academic positions within the University of Texas where he has also authored medical book chapters, has been involved in about 300 clinical trials, has authored about 200 peer-reviewed papers and abstracts, and has lectured extensively nationally and internationally. 
Currently, Dr. Minkowitz is working as a full-time clinical researcher, evaluating new therapies in pain management, as well as new drugs to be used in the operating room. His interest in longevity began about ten years ago when he started feeling sluggish, out of shape and overweight and he realized there had to be a better way to live his life – thus began his research into longevity, health and diet.
 
Topics Discussed:


Sleep's role in memory, learning, healing, and restoration
The negative side effects of alcohol on your mind and body
How alcohol contributes to an unhealthy gut microbiome
Why community is the most important aspect to longevity
Finding a balance between sleep, diet, exercise, and relationships
 
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YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg


Additional Links:


Want to receive the daily Positive Intervention from Dr. Powers’ Positive Recovery Daily Guide? Subscribe here! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery.
 
About Positive Recovery Centers:
 
Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network. 
 
Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional, positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.
 
If you or someone you know needs addiction treatment, please visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help!
 
Call: 877-476-2743
Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006
Website: https://positiverecovery.com 
Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/ 
FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/ 
 

In this special Mother's Day episode, Julie DeNofa highlights five fantastic women who have walked through recovery and how motherhood, whether being a mom themselves or how their mother loved them through addiction, has shaped who they are today. Each woman has their own unique and powerful story and we are honored to share their inspiring stories of courage, redemption, forgiveness, and renewal.
At Positive Recovery Centers, we want to celebrate every mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and maternal figure for their constant nurturing care, unconditional love, and tenacious spirit - the ongoing gifts that empower future generations.

Additionally, and with much love, we also want to pause to remember the mothers who are no longer physically with us. Their absence leaves an indelible mark on our hearts, and while we celebrate the joy of motherhood, we also recognize the ache of loss. 
To every mother out there, whether you are in the midst of recovery, have navigated past challenges, or have supported someone through their struggles, know that your role is pivotal. With all its trials and triumphs, being a mother has the unique power to transform not only our children but also our own lives. 
Topics Discussed:
Releasing shame in addiction to pursue redemption in recovery
Learning to parent teens through leading by example
The greatest joys of motherhood and learning how to be present
What it means to be a woman and mother in active recovery
Building stronger relationships with your children and spouse through sobriety
 
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YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg


Additional Links: 
Want to receive the daily Positive Intervention from Dr. Powers’ Positive Recovery Daily Guide? Subscribe here! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery.
About Positive Recovery Centers:
Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network. 
Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional, positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.
If you or someone you know needs addiction treatment, please visit our website or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help! 
Call: 877-476-2743
Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006
Website: https://positiverecovery.com 

Did you know mindfulness and meditation are helpful practices that empower your mind? In this episode, Host Dr. Jason Powers shares that about 80% of individuals he sees being treated for substance use disorders also struggle with a co-occurring mental illness as well. However, there is nothing to feel ashamed of. Many of us struggle with mental illness in some capacity, such as anxiety, depression, or a variety of other mental illnesses. 
Since mental illness and substance use disorder are so closely related, Dr. Powers shares that "if you're not treating addiction and mental illness, you're not treating either." The truth is, when helping individuals with the underlying reasons behind substance use, we have a significantly higher chance of assisting them to fully recover. 
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month (and beyond), we want to destigmatize mental illness and addiction. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, we are here to help! Please call us at 877-697-1383 to speak with a substance use professional today!
Topics Discussed:
Why treating mental illness and substance use disorder go hand-in-hand
The many brain health benefits of meditation practices 
Learning to practice mindfulness BEFORE an anxiety attack
Integrating healthy coping skills to empower your mind
Recognizing mental illness from an objective and non-judgement standpoint
 
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YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg


Additional Links:


Want to receive the daily Positive Intervention from Dr. Powers’ Positive Recovery Daily Guide? Subscribe here! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery.
About Positive Recovery Centers:
Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network. 
Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional, positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.
If you or someone you know needs addiction treatment, please visit our website or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help!
Call: 877-476-2743
Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006
Website: https://positiverecovery.com 

Addiction treatment has evolved significantly over the last few decades. With the change in substance use patterns comes the change in how we help individuals recover from substances. From understanding how opioids impact brain function and the side effects of drug use to understanding the effectiveness of early prevention and equipping individuals with the right tools for long-term treatment, we can thank much of the advancements in addiction medicine to our special guest this week. 
In this conversation, Dr. Powers and George Joseph are joined by a true pioneer in addiction medicine, Dr. Mark S. Gold. Revered as "The Godfather of addiction medicine," Dr. Gold is a renowned Addiction Medicine Expert, Speaker, Author, Professor, and Researcher with extensive accolades and credentials. Starting his career in translational neuroscience in 1972, Dr. Gold's theories have changed the [addiction] field, stimulated research, and led to new treatments. 
With over 40 years in the addiction treatment space, Dr. Gold has developed models for understanding the effects of tobacco, cocaine, opiates, and other drugs, as well as food, on the brain and behavior. As an inventor, Dr. Gold's work has resulted in many patents, from his first, clonidine use in opioid withdrawal to his most recent on the use of anti-addiction medications in the treatment of hedonic overeating and the use of central site photoplethysmography, medication Administration and Safety Granted in 2018.
To read more about Dr. Mark Gold and his contributions to the addiction treatment industry, you can learn more at his website: https://www.drmarkgold.com/about-dr-mark-gold-world-renowned-addiction-medicine-expert-doctor/
 
Topics Discussed:


Understanding the waves of addiction to better support the addicted individual
The relationship between overdose risks, early prevention and treatment
Why language matters and how to de-stigmatize drug addiction
The underlying issues behind self-prescribed Naloxone
Why long-term treatment is the most effective and sustainable approach
 
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YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg


Additional Links:


Want to receive the daily Positive Intervention from Dr. Powers’ Positive Recovery Daily Guide? Subscribe here! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery.
 
About Positive Recovery Centers:
Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network. 
Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional, positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.
If you or someone you know needs addiction treatment, please visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help!
Call: 877-476-2743
Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006
Website: https://positiverecovery.com 
Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/ 
FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/ 
 

It’s no secret that relationships play a pivotal role in our recovery. While building resilience starts at the heart of wanting to overcome challenges and bounce back from relapse, having a strong support system is what often guides us back to health. If resilience is a reflection of who you are at your core, then relationships act as the mirror that allows you to see your true self. 
In this conversation, Dr. Powers is joined by co-host George Joseph, with special guest Dr. Robert Hilliker. Dr. Hilliker's extensive 20-year career in addiction and mental health is marked by his profound dedication to fostering hope within clinical settings, co-founding The Lovett Center and Ethos Behavioral Health Group. In his educational journey, from earning a Master's degree at the University of Houston to completing a Ph.D. at the Institute for Clinical Social Work in Chicago, Dr. Hilliker has laid the foundation for his influential roles across several renowned institutions. Notably, his collaboration with Dr. Brené Brown at The Daring Way LLC and his leadership roles at The Council on Alcohol and Drugs Houston and The Menninger Clinic highlight his significant contributions to the field. Currently, as the Chief Clinical Officer of Ethos Behavioral Health Group, he continues to shape the future of mental health care.
Innovation in clinical practice and education forms a cornerstone of Robert's work, evidenced by his Pilgrimage curriculum and Logos Groups, which reimagine treatment and community-based therapy. His commitment extends to teaching psychiatry residents at The University of Texas McGovern Medical School and leading groups at the Baylor College of Medicine. Recognized for his integrity and impact on the field with awards from the Menninger Clinic and the Houston Business Journal, Robert's life in Houston with his family mirrors his professional ethos, blending care, dedication, and a vision for transformative mental health practices.
Topics Discussed:
Why resilience is heavily influenced by your support system
Understanding Hope as a relationship construct
The power of asking tough questions 
How to recognize Post-Traumatic Growth in your recovery
Getting clear on your values and aligning your behavior with them
 
Connect with Robert Hilliker:
Website: www.prairierecovery.com 
Concierge Behavioral Healthcare: https://logosgroups.com/ 
IG: https://www.instagram.com/theprairierecovery/
 
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YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg


Additional Links: 
Want to receive the daily Positive Intervention from Dr. Powers’ Positive Recovery Daily Guide? Subscribe here! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery.
About Positive Recovery Centers:
Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network. 
Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional, positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.
If you or someone you know needs addiction treatment, please visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help!
Call: 877-476-2743
Address: 902 West Alabama Street, Houston, Texas 77006
Website: https://positiverecovery.com 
Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/ 
FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/