Loyal Books

Habits that Handicap by Charles B. Towns

Charles B. Towns

  • 11 - Preventive Measures for the Drug Evil

11 - Preventive Measures for the Drug Evil

Thursday 22nd December 2022

Charles B. Towns discusses preventive measures for drug addiction, focusing on hospital care, accurate diagnosis, and psychological study.
26 minutes
Informative
Thought-provoking
Raw
Engaging
Educational

About this podcast

Habits that Handicap by Charles B. Towns
Author:
Loyal Books
Overview:
Categories:
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
16 (View all)
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Preventive Measures: Charles B. Towns' Approach to Drug Addiction

Unpoisoning the user is only the first step.
Imagine stepping into the early 20th century, where drug addiction was a burgeoning crisis and solutions were still being explored. Charles B. Towns, a pioneer in addiction treatment, takes us on a journey through his unique perspective on combating drug addiction in this episode of 'Habits that Handicap'. Towns dives into the critical aspects of treating drug addiction, emphasizing the importance of hospital care and the role of psychologists in the recovery process.
He discusses why unpoisoning the user is just the beginning and highlights the need for precise diagnosis and psychological study. Towns also stresses the classification of subjects for investigation, providing a structured approach to understanding and treating addiction. This episode offers a deep dive into the complexities of drug addiction treatment, making it a must-listen for anyone seeking guidance or insight into the field.
Whether you're personally affected by addiction or simply interested in historical perspectives on treatment, Towns' insights are both enlightening and thought-provoking.