Kenneth Anderson
Kenneth Anderson
Clean with David Sheff
Clean with David Sheff
Clean with David Sheff
Thursday 16th October 2014
Kenneth Anderson interviews David Sheff on evidence-based addiction treatment, mental health, harm reduction, and diverse recovery options.
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Get the buttons here!David Sheff on Rethinking Addiction Treatment: Evidence-Based Insights
Overall, people a year are dying because of addiction, and you know it's the number three killer in America. And yet you know it's a problem that people in this country don't want to talk about.
What if the way we've been treating addiction is all wrong? In this thought-provoking episode of Harm Reduction Radio, Kenneth Anderson sits down with David Sheff, the acclaimed author of 'Clean: Overcoming Addiction and Ending America’s Greatest Tragedy'. They dive deep into the pitfalls of traditional addiction treatments and why evidence-based methods are crucial for real recovery.
Sheff passionately discusses the need to tackle mental health issues that often go hand-in-hand with addiction, and how harm reduction can play a pivotal role in treatment. Sheff also brings to light the importance of creating safe spaces for recovery and the devastating impact poverty and stress have on addiction. He argues that a one-size-fits-all approach, like the 12-step program, doesn't work for everyone. Instead, a variety of treatment options should be available to cater to individual needs.
The conversation is a powerful reminder that addiction is the third leading cause of death in America, yet it's still shrouded in stigma. Sheff and Anderson stress the need for open dialogue and innovative solutions to reduce drug-related harm. Tune in to hear their compelling discussion on how we can shift our perspective on addiction treatment and make meaningful changes. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of addiction and advocating for compassionate, evidence-based approaches.