Dr. Roneet Lev

High Truths on Drugs and Addiction

Dr. Roneet Lev

  • Episode #134 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Miriam Delphin-Rittmon on SAMHSA

Episode #134 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Miriam Delphin-Rittmon on SAMHSA

Monday 17th July 2023

Join Dr. Roneet Lev and Dr. Miriam Delphin-Rittmon as they discuss mental health, addiction, and SAMHSA's efforts in 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction'.
52 minutes
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High Truths on Drugs and Addiction
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Breaking Down Barriers: Dr. Miriam Delphin-Rittmon on Mental Health and Addiction

Episode Overview

  • SAMHSA's role in advancing the behavioral health of the nation
  • The impact of marijuana on mental health and addiction
  • The need for integrated care for individuals struggling with mental health and substance use disorder
It's important to have hope, to have hope and reach out to know that if they're struggling, or somebody they know is struggling with a mental health or substance use challenge, that support is available and they don't have to go through whatever they're going through alone.
How do we tackle the intertwined challenges of mental health and addiction? In this episode of 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction', Dr. Roneet Lev chats with Dr. Miriam Delphin-Rittmon, the Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Dr. Delphin-Rittmon, who also leads SAMHSA, brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles in Connecticut's Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.
Their conversation dives into the overlap between mental health issues and substance use disorders, highlighting the staggering statistics: around half of the 20 million people with substance use disorders also suffer from mental illness, and vice versa for 20% of the 47.6 million adults with mental illness. They discuss the importance of integrated care, where treating both conditions together can lead to better outcomes.
The episode also touches on the impact of marijuana on mental health, emphasizing the need for culturally responsive and inclusive services. If you're looking to understand the complexities of these issues and the efforts being made to address them, this episode offers a thoughtful and informative listen.
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