Dr. Roneet Lev
Dr. Roneet Lev
Episode #119 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Karl Hill on Prevention Science
Episode #119 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Karl Hill on Prevention Science
Episode #119 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Karl Hill on Prevention Science
Monday 27th March 2023
Dr. Karl Hill shares strategies for preventing addiction through community mobilization and evidence-based programs on 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction'.
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Get the buttons here!Dr. Karl Hill on Building Strong Communities to Prevent Addiction
We need to create a prevention infrastructure to make sure that kids grow up in nurturing families, schools, and neighborhoods so they don't get involved in drugs and they don't get involved in violence.
Imagine a world where kids grow up in safe, nurturing environments, free from the grips of addiction and violence. In this episode of 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction', Dr. Roneet Lev sits down with Dr. Karl Hill, a professor at the University of Colorado Boulder and director of the Prevention Science Program, to explore how we can make that vision a reality. Dr.
Hill has spent over 30 years investigating what makes family, school, and community settings conducive to healthy development. He’s not just about identifying problems but also about crafting and testing interventions that can break cycles of addiction and crime. One of the standout points in their conversation is the concept of 'upstream prevention'. Dr.
Hill explains that rather than waiting to treat addiction after it happens, we should focus on creating environments that prevent it from occurring in the first place. He discusses the importance of mobilizing communities, implementing evidence-based programs, and fostering protective factors at both individual and community levels. For example, universal interventions like life skills training can significantly reduce substance use among young people. Dr. Hill also touches on suicide prevention, emphasizing the need to address risk factors early on.
He shares a five-step process for building a robust prevention infrastructure in communities. This involves identifying key leaders, understanding local risks, and developing tailored strategies to combat those issues effectively. The goal? To ensure kids grow up in supportive families, schools, and neighborhoods where they are less likely to turn to drugs or engage in violent behavior. The episode wraps up with Dr. Hill’s thoughts on overdose prevention and the broader implications of a strong prevention framework.
His insights offer hope and practical advice for anyone looking to make a positive impact in their community. Tune in to learn how you can contribute to creating a safer, healthier environment for future generations.