Recovery Through R.E.S.P.E.C.T.: A Curriculum for Substance Abuse - Paperback

by Daniel Schreck (Author)

Recovery Through Respect addresses issues of addiction while developing a recovery program that impacts the whole person-body, mind, and spirit. Recovery Through Respect is intended for Addiction groups, but can also benefit those with personality and behavioral disorders. The "Recovery Through R.E.S.P.E.C.T." program of treatment begins with the elements of recovery represented by the letter "R." Right relationships, Recognition of problems, Road to Recovery, Responsibilities in life, and many more are all discussed in this portion of treatment. The Letter "E" stands for elements of recovery such as: Engaging conversation about the purpose of life, Encountering situations that lead to relapse, Entertainment and how this can trigger cravings are all a part of group interaction during the program. Many times in recovery relapse happens when a person is bored or has down time, this is why the elements of the Letter "S" are examined during the 16 week group. Issues involving daily schedules, sharing of experiences, and involvement in support groups are vital to the recovery process. Next are conversations about the recovery elements beginning with the letter "P." It is during this segment that people and places that the client has had in the past or in the present are re-evaluated to help the client understand boundaries and healthy situations. Other recovery elements beginning with "E" are: Efforts to stay healthy, Effectiveness in treatment, Encouragement of others to remain in recovery, and Enemies of recovery all produce a discussions regarding the necessity of following through with assignments and practicing the tools of recovery. The "C" in Respect, discusses character issues and challenges of healing of the mind and body as well as other costs of a person's addiction. During final sessions the "T" of Respect reviews the change or Transformation of a person's life through a discussion about what has transpired in the client's life during the 16 week program. In order to get the most out of a therapy session, it is recommended to discuss one element from the "R," one element from the "E," one element from the "S," one element from the "P," one element from the "E," one element from the "C," and one element from the "T" listed in the index.

Author Biography

Author: Daniel D. Schreck, PhD, MS, LCAC, NCAC-II, Ordained Minister, President of Connection Points Inc., Living Free Community Faculty member and former Adjunct Professor at Southwestern Assembly of God University. Daniel has served as an Associate Pastor, Youth Pastor, Senior Pastor, Pioneer Pastor, Associate Director of Messianic Ministries of Illinois, and most recently as a Staff Pastor in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In 2008 after leaving his staff position he founded Connection Points Inc., a church consultant corporation to assist churches in developing healthy systems. Daniel is a graduate of Southwestern Assemblies of God, Waxahachie, TX, University with a Master's Degree in "Bible and Theology," a Bachelor's Degree in "Pastoral Studies," from North Central University, Minneapolis, MN and a Bachelor's Degree from Illinois State University, Normal, IL in "Organizational Management and Human Development." He currently presents seminars and workshops through Connection Points Inc. on: Addiction, Assimilation, Leadership, Small Groups, and Strategic Planning for churches and small businesses as well as working as a Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor. Daniel has over 30 years of experience throughout Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Texas, and Wisconsin and is married living in the Fort Wayne, Indiana area with his wife and their children.