Margaret Swift Thompson

The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast

Margaret Swift Thompson

  • Ep 65 - How Does Drug Court Work? Learn About Theater of Court from Judge Amber.

Ep 65 - How Does Drug Court Work? Learn About Theater of Court from Judge Amber.

Sunday 22nd May 2022

Judge Amber reveals how drug courts offer a compassionate approach to addiction recovery on The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast.
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The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast
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Margaret Swift Thompson
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Judge Amber's Drug Court: A Compassionate Approach to Recovery

When we put people in jail, we don't help them. So basically, what we find is prison doesn't work.
Ever wondered how a drug court operates and what makes it different from traditional court systems? This episode of The Embrace Family Recovery Podcast offers a front-row seat. Margaret Swift Thompson chats with Judge Amber, who presides over a drug wellness court. Judge Amber sheds light on the unique role drug courts play in supporting individuals battling addiction. Instead of punishment, these courts focus on rehabilitation through honesty, positive reinforcement, and regular drug testing.
Judge Amber's insights reveal how this supportive environment helps people turn their lives around. However, she also points out a significant gap: the lack of resources for families. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in alternative justice systems and the human stories behind them.