Recovery Survey
Recovery Survey
#88 – Nathan Smiddy: Harm Reduction
#88 – Nathan Smiddy: Harm Reduction
#88 – Nathan Smiddy: Harm Reduction
Wednesday 10th November 2021
Nathan Smiddy discusses harm reduction in addiction recovery, sharing his work with A New Path and the importance of practical strategies.
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Get the buttons here!Nathan Smiddy: Embracing Harm Reduction for a Safer Future
I feel like just our whole system around addiction is broken, man, like the harm reduction systems not really in place for a whole lot of people. You know, it gets them off the streets for a little while. So it's just all like a lot of these, like stupid, like laws and stuff like that. Like they're literally like doing drugs to survive.
When it comes to addiction recovery, the path isn't always straightforward. Nathan Smiddy, a recovering addict, sheds light on a different approach in this episode of Recovery Survey. Instead of focusing solely on abstinence, Nathan advocates for harm reduction, a strategy aimed at minimizing the negative impacts of drug use. This approach may raise eyebrows, but Nathan's story and his work with the non-profit A New Path reveal its potential to save lives and foster healthier communities.
A New Path is dedicated to providing accessible and cost-effective addiction treatment services. Their mission includes reducing recidivism, combating discriminatory drug policies, and curbing violent crime. Nathan shares his experiences doing street outreach, distributing Narcan and fentanyl test strips to those still using drugs. His firsthand accounts illustrate the real-world benefits of harm reduction. Nathan is candid about the controversies surrounding harm reduction.
Yet, he believes that the current recovery system has its flaws and that harm reduction is an essential piece of the puzzle. He emphasizes personal responsibility in recovery and highlights the life-saving potential of resources like Narcan and fentanyl test strips. Curious about getting involved? Nathan suggests checking out A New Path's online training video. This episode offers a raw and engaging look at harm reduction, challenging listeners to reconsider their views on addiction recovery.
It's a must-listen for anyone interested in practical strategies to reduce drug-related harm and support those on their recovery journey.