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60: The State of Addiction Treatment - What We Need To Do Differently (Sort Of)

Sunday 6th December 2020

Jessica Hulsey talks about treating addiction as a disease and integrating it into healthcare on 'Recovery (Sort Of)'.
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Recovery (Sort Of) - The Podcast
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Billy and Jason
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Rethinking Addiction Treatment: Insights from Jessica Hulsey

I think it matters because it's important that we activate our healthcare system to respond to addiction and not our criminal justice system.
Imagine if treating addiction wasn't about punishment, but about healing. In this episode of 'Recovery (Sort Of) - The Podcast', hosts Billy and Jason sit down with Jessica Hulsey, the founder of Addiction Policy Forum. They dive into the current state of addiction treatment and explore why recognizing addiction as a disease is crucial. Jessica sheds light on the importance of integrating addiction treatment into our healthcare system rather than relying on the criminal justice approach.
She also shares valuable insights on prevention and early intervention, offering practical advice for families and friends supporting loved ones battling addiction. From discussing genetic predispositions to the transformative power of support groups, this episode is packed with information that can make a real difference. Whether you're personally affected by addiction or know someone who is, this conversation offers hope and actionable steps to improve treatment and support systems.