Recovery Talks: A Fairbanks Podcast
Recovery Talks: A Fairbanks Podcast
Episode 10: Fairbanks Tackles the Addiction Crisis
Episode 10: Fairbanks Tackles the Addiction Crisis
Episode 10: Fairbanks Tackles the Addiction Crisis
Tuesday 10th December 2019
Kathleen Gill talks with Dean Robin Newhouse about IU's Grand Challenge initiative, focusing on research and community efforts to tackle Indiana's addiction crisis.
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Get the buttons here!Indiana's Fight Against Addiction: Insights from IU's Grand Challenge
That means we can do more and overcome more when we do it together, and it sounds like the grand challenge is very much focused on that.
Ever wondered how a university can play a pivotal role in battling addiction? In this episode of 'Recovery Talks: A Fairbanks Podcast', Kathleen Gill chats with Robin Newhouse, Dean of the IU School of Nursing, about Indiana University's ambitious Grand Challenge initiative. Launched in 2016, this multi-year program aims to tackle some of Indiana's most pressing issues, with a sharp focus on the addiction crisis affecting the state.
Dean Newhouse sheds light on how the initiative is addressing addiction through innovative solutions like improving screening processes, brief interventions, and referrals to treatment. She emphasizes the critical role of community engagement and collaboration in making a real impact. The conversation dives into how Indiana University partners with various stakeholders across the state to create a united front against addiction. One fascinating aspect discussed is the reinvestment in research infrastructure.
Dean Newhouse shares details about funded projects, including an animal model study to understand environmental influences on addiction and workforce studies in specific hospital market areas. These research efforts are not just academic exercises; they are geared towards practical solutions that can be implemented in real-world settings. The episode also highlights the importance of training and involving as many community members as possible in these efforts.
Dean Newhouse underscores that the Grand Challenge initiative isn't just about top-down solutions but fostering a grassroots movement where everyone has a role to play. If you're interested in understanding how large-scale initiatives can drive change in addiction recovery, this episode offers valuable insights. Tune in to hear about the collaborative efforts and groundbreaking research that aim to turn the tide on Indiana's addiction crisis.