Dr. Wiplove Lamba & Jean-Paul Michael
Dr. Wiplove Lamba & Jean-Paul Michael
#139 Exploring the Controversial Debate on Free Drugs - Addiction Professionals Share Their Insights
#139 Exploring the Controversial Debate on Free Drugs - Addiction Professionals Share Their Insights
#139 Exploring the Controversial Debate on Free Drugs - Addiction Professionals Share Their Insights
Thursday 9th March 2023
Join Dr. Lamba and JP as they explore the controversial topic of free drugs and its impact on addiction treatment and harm reduction.
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Dr. Wiplove Lamba & Jean-Paul Michael
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Get the buttons here!Free Drugs: A Deep Dive into Controversy and Compassion
I really believe, as an addiction medicine physician, it doesn't matter whether drug is legal or illegal, whether it's prescribed or whether it's diverted, whatever language you want to use, if it's from the ground or if it's from a lab.
Imagine a world where free drugs are provided as a means to combat addiction. That's the provocative topic tackled by addiction psychiatrist Dr. Wiplove Lamba and case manager Jean-Paul Michael in this episode of 'Captain Hooked: The Addiction Project'. The duo reviews a thought-provoking video from Vice Media that highlights the fentanyl crisis in North America and introduces a controversial solution: compassion clubs like the Drug User Liberation Front (DULF).
Co-founded by Eris Nyx, DULF aims to provide safer drug supplies to reduce overdose deaths. Dr. Lamba and JP dive into the benefits and risks associated with free drugs, discussing how predictable fentanyl concentrations could potentially save lives. They also explore the broader implications for addiction medicine, harm reduction, and public health policies. From the role of Narcan in shelters to the concept of a 'liquor store for drugs', no stone is left unturned.
You'll hear about the challenges traditional addiction medicine faces and why some experts believe in providing non-palatable substances to keep users alive. The episode doesn't shy away from the tough questions, such as the unintended consequences of free drug programs and the ethical dilemmas they present. If you're interested in understanding the complexities of addiction treatment and harm reduction, this episode offers a nuanced perspective that's both informative and eye-opening.
It's a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction or curious about innovative approaches to this pressing issue.