Michael Wilson / Maureen Cavanagh
Michael Wilson / Maureen Cavanagh
Collateral Damage Ep.3. (Part One of Two - Special Guest Andrew Burki)
Collateral Damage Ep.3. (Part One of Two - Special Guest Andrew Burki)
Collateral Damage Ep.3. (Part One of Two - Special Guest Andrew Burki)
Thursday 4th April 2019
Discover the economic impact of addiction on communities with hosts Maureen Cavanagh and Michael Wilson, featuring guest Andrew Burki.
59 minutes
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Michael Wilson / Maureen Cavanagh
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!The True Cost of Addiction: Economic Burdens and Beyond
Any reduction at all in the economic impact of substance use disorder is three times the cost of the expensive side, of the cost of like the wall that we've been squabbling over for Two Years again.
How much does addiction really cost? In this episode of 'Collateral Damage', hosts Maureen Cavanagh and Michael Wilson tackle the hefty economic toll of substance use on individuals, families, and entire communities. Joined by special guest Andrew Burki, they dive into the intricate web of insurance policies, stigma, and denial that often hinder effective addiction treatment. Andrew sheds light on the shockingly high failure rates of many treatment centers and discusses potential solutions that could make a real difference.
The trio emphasizes the importance of awareness and education, urging listeners to take action at every level to mitigate these economic burdens. If you're curious about how addiction impacts our wallets and what can be done to change it, this episode is a must-listen.