THE PHILOSOPHY OF RECOVERY: THE ROLE OF SPIRITUAL PRACTICES IN OVERCOMING DRUG ADDICTION
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https://doi.org/10.37547/ijasr-03-12-42Keywords:
philosophy of recovery, drug addiction, spiritual practicesAbstract
The article examines the importance of integrating spiritual aspects into the treatment of drug addiction. The author offers an in-depth analysis of the impact of spiritual practices on the psychological and physiological state of addicts, highlighting key aspects such as self-awareness, understanding of life values and the search for meaning. The article highlights various spiritual techniques, including meditation, religious practices and therapy through art, and explores their impact on the recovery process. The authors also draw attention to the importance of adapting approaches depending on individual preferences and cultural characteristics of patients. The article emphasizes that the combined use of medical and spiritual methods can provide more effective results in the fight against drug addiction. The study provides practical recommendations for specialists in the field of addiction and healthcare, and also emphasizes the need for an integrated approach to the problem of drug addiction, taking into account both the physical and spiritual aspects of patients.
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