Dr. Kurt Devine and Dr. Heather Bell
Dr. Kurt Devine and Dr. Heather Bell
Episode 142 - Rural America and Opioids Part 1
Episode 142 - Rural America and Opioids Part 1
Episode 142 - Rural America and Opioids Part 1
Tuesday 28th February 2023
Drs. Bell and DeVine explore mental health access and opioid use in rural America with Ruth Merick, discussing community perceptions and treatment challenges.
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We like to believe the opposite of addiction is actually connection and we are going to attempt to educate you and possibly even entertain you while we navigate all topics.
Picture life in rural America, where rolling fields and tight-knit communities face a growing opioid crisis. In this episode of 'The Addiction Connection', Drs. Heather Bell and Kurt DeVine team up with Ruth Merick from the American Farm Bureau Federation to unpack the challenges and perceptions surrounding opioid use and mental health access in these regions. They dive into a revealing study that explores how rural adults view opioid abuse and their comfort level in discussing it.
The conversation doesn't stop there. They also highlight the ongoing struggles to access mental health care, noting some promising improvements through primary care services. Plus, they touch on the role of faith-based treatment options in these communities. If you're curious about the unique hurdles and hopeful strides in tackling the opioid epidemic in rural America, this episode offers a comprehensive look.