Recovery Audio Articles
Recovery Audio Articles are narrated versions of trusted Recovery.com articles—designed for listening when reading isn’t an option. Each audio article breaks down mental health, addiction, and recovery topics in a clear, compassionate way, making complex information easier to understand and apply to real life.
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Whether you’re commuting, resting, or taking a moment to reset, these short audio pieces offer practical guidance, expert-backed insight, and reassurance that you’re not alone. Topics range from understanding mental health conditions and treatment options to coping tools, recovery paths, and what healing can actually look like day to day.
No pressure. No jargon. Just reliable information—read aloud, so support can meet you wherever you are.
Recovery Audio Articles
Do I Need Treatment?
In this episode of Recovery Education, we delve into the crucial question: 'Do I need help?' Join us as we unpack the signs and self-assessment tools for recognizing mental health and addiction issues. Discover the GAD-7, PHQ-9, and CAGE questionnaires that can help you tune in to your wellbeing. Learn the importance of taking early steps towards recovery and why functioning isn't the same as thriving. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just curious about mental health, this episode offers valuable insights that could be the first step on your journey to healing.
Read the full article: https://recovery.com/resources/how-do-i-know-if-i-need-treatment-mental-health-and-addiction/
00:00 Introduction to Recovery Education
00:35 Recognizing the Need for Help
01:58 Self-Assessment Tools for Mental Health
02:10 Understanding the GAD-7 Anxiety Scale
03:19 Exploring the PHQ-9 Depression Scale
04:47 The CAGE Questionnaire for Substance Use
06:51 The Importance of Early Detection
08:24 Taking the Next Steps Towards Recovery
09:07 Conclusion and Encouragement