Rob Calder, Elle Wadsworth and Lindsey Hines
Rob Calder, Elle Wadsworth and Lindsey Hines
Drug Consumption Rooms
Drug Consumption Rooms
Drug Consumption Rooms
Tuesday 7th February 2017
Rob Calder, Elle Wadsworth, and Lindsey Hines discuss the benefits and drawbacks of drug consumption rooms in this episode of 'What's the Crack'.
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Rob Calder, Elle Wadsworth and Lindsey Hines
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Drug Consumption Rooms: A New Approach to Heroin Use
Although people do want abstinence, it’s one of the many things that they want out of treatment services and it’s not a standalone outcome.
Ever wondered what a drug consumption room is and why they're making headlines? In this episode of 'What's the Crack', hosts Rob Calder, Elle Wadsworth, and Lindsey Hines tackle this very topic. With the UK and Seattle giving the green light to these facilities, the trio explores why they're being introduced now and what they could mean for heroin users. They discuss the benefits, such as safer environments for injecting heroin and access to essential services like housing support.
On the flip side, they also delve into potential drawbacks and public concerns. Adding depth to the conversation, Dr. Victoria Brooks from King’s College London/University of Exeter shares insights from her work with patients prescribed heroin on the NHS. She highlights how these programs have positively impacted patients' lives, from improved family relationships to increased self-worth. The episode wraps up with a thought-provoking discussion on whether there should be separate rooms for different drugs.
If you're curious about innovative approaches to drug use and their real-world implications, this episode is a must-listen.