by Duane Osterlind | Nov 10, 2025 | Addiction, criminal Justice, drug courts
In this episode, Duane Osterlind interviews Dr. John Gallagher, an associate professor of criminal justice at Alvernia University, about the criminal justice system’s approach to addiction, specifically focusing on drug courts. Dr. Gallagher brings extensive...
by Duane | Nov 6, 2025 | Addicted Mind Plus, Addiction, TAM+, Uncategorized
In this episode of The Addicted Mind, Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the powerful concept of the inner child. They explore how past traumas influence our present reactions and behaviors. Understanding and healing your inner child can lead to profound personal...
by Duane | Oct 30, 2025 | Addiction, Addiction Treatment, Mental Health, TAM+, TAM+ Episode 24: Transform Your Story: The Hero’s Journey in Addiction Recovery
In this episode of “The Addicted Mind,” Duane and Eric Osterlind explore the concept of the hero’s journey and how it applies to addiction recovery. Drawing from Joseph Campbell’s work on mythology, they discuss the three phases of the...
by Duane Osterlind | Oct 20, 2025 | Emotional Well-being, Healing, Healthcare, Mental Health, Therapy
In this episode, we talk about sacrificial helpers’ syndrome, great for people who are in the helper profession or volunteer helpers. Sacrificial help syndrome can be defined as people giving more than they have for the people they serve. Our guest today is Katie...
by Duane Osterlind | Oct 13, 2025 | Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Family, Gratitude, Medical Treatment, Medicine, Recovery
Dr. Scott Teitelbaum’s world came crashing down when his addictions to marijuana, alcohol, cocaine, and gambling threatened not only his medical career but also his family life. As a former pediatrician who found himself battling these demons, Scott’s...
