The Silent Epidemic: How Crystal Meth is Destroying Gay Men (& The Revolutionary Recovery Method That Works)

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Dr. Dallas Bragg joins us to discuss the "silent epidemic" of crystal meth addiction among gay men and his revolutionary guilt-free approach to recovery. From his own journey through homelessness and incarceration to developing the 4-phase "alchemy" recovery program, Dr. Bragg offers hope and practical tools for lasting sobriety.

What You'll Learn:

Why shame and religious trauma drive addiction in the LGBTQ+ community
The reality of "chemsex" culture and how accessible crystal meth has become
Why traditional rehab often fails gay men and what works instead
The "craving hijacking" technique and other practical recovery tools
How to view relapse as a stepping stone rather than failure

Key Topics Covered:

The connection between internalized homophobia and addiction
Why crystal meth has become epidemic in gay communities
The secret world of "chemsex" and apps like Grindr and Sniffy
How to move from shame-based to transformation-based recovery
The 4-phase alchemy program for lasting sobriety
Practical first steps for anyone struggling with crystal meth

Free Resources: Get Dr. Bragg's free 30-day recovery course and weekly newsletter at drdallasbragg.com

Perfect for anyone seeking to understand addiction recovery, especially within the LGBTQ+ community, or looking for alternatives to traditional treatment approaches.

This episode provides actionable hope for anyone affected by addiction, whether personally or through a loved one. Dr. Bragg's approach offers a compassionate alternative to traditional treatment methods.

Guest Resources:

Dr. Dallas Bragg's Website: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/

Free 30-Day Recovery Course "Reframing Relapse":https://www.drdallasbragg.com/offers/e7c2Eo22/checkout

The Aftermath Podcast:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2330781

Weekly Newsletter with Journal Prompts:https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog

Upcoming Masterclass Registration:https://www.drdallasbragg.com/masterclass

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741LGBT National Hotline: 1-888-843-4564Trevor Project Crisis Support: 1-866-488-7386

SMART Recovery: https://www.smartrecovery.org/Crystal Meth Anonymous: https://www.crystalmeth.org/LGBT Addiction Recovery Resources: https://www.lgbtmap.org/file/understanding-issues-facing-lgbt-people-substance-abuse.pdf

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