Kenna Crampton
kenna@kdnk.org (Kenna Steindler)
Chemical World | March 11, 2024
Chemical World | March 11, 2024
Chemical World | March 11, 2024
Monday 11th March 2024
Join Kenna Crampton and Maggie Seldeen as they tackle drug addiction, mental health, harm reduction, and decriminalisation in this eye-opening episode.
28 minutes
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Kenna Crampton
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Importance of harm reduction tools like Narcan and fentanyl test strips.
- The dangers of street drug contamination.
- Potential benefits of decriminalising drugs.
- Impact of nutrition on mental health.
- Challenges faced by communities in addressing addiction.
You can't really judge anybody, you know? We're all just doing the best we can.
In this episode of Chemical World, hosts Kenna Crampton and Maggie Seldeen dive deep into the complex issues surrounding drug addiction and mental health. With a refreshing mix of light-hearted banter and serious discussion, they aim to break down the stigma associated with these topics. The episode kicks off with the hosts sharing their personal experiences and the challenges faced by their community in Carbondale, Colorado, especially during the transition from winter to spring.
They touch on the importance of harm reduction and the availability of resources like Narcan and fentanyl test strips to prevent overdoses. Maggie shares her frustration with the contamination of street drugs and the dangers it poses, while Kenna highlights the broader systemic issues that contribute to drug addiction, such as poverty and lack of access to proper healthcare.
The episode also delves into the controversial topic of decriminalisation and its potential benefits in reducing harm and promoting safer drug use. The hosts discuss how decriminalisation could remove the criminal element from drug use, much like the end of alcohol prohibition did. They also touch on the impact of nutrition on mental health and how poor diet can exacerbate issues related to substance use.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the multifaceted nature of drug addiction and mental health, offering both practical advice and thought-provoking insights.