Dr. Kurt Devine and Dr. Heather Bell
Dr. Kurt Devine and Dr. Heather Bell
Episode 143 - Rural America and Opioids Part 2
Episode 143 - Rural America and Opioids Part 2
Episode 143 - Rural America and Opioids Part 2
Tuesday 7th March 2023
Drs. Bell and DeVine explore rural Minnesota's perceptions of opioid use disorder and community solutions in this episode of 'The Addiction Connection'.
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Get the buttons here!Rural Voices on Opioid Use Disorder: Uncovering Bias and Solutions
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.
What do people in rural Minnesota really think about opioid use disorder? In this compelling episode of 'The Addiction Connection', Drs. Heather Bell and Kurt DeVine dive into the second part of their series on rural America and opioids. They are joined by Ruth Merick from the American Farm Bureau Federation to explore the biases and perceptions that rural adults hold about opioid use.
The conversation doesn't just stop at identifying the problem; it goes further to highlight the community-driven solutions that these same rural adults believe could help tackle the epidemic. The doctors also shed light on the often-overlooked shame and stigma surrounding opioid use disorder in these communities, emphasizing the need for open discussions about addiction. If you're curious about how rural America is dealing with the opioid crisis, this episode offers a thoughtful and engaging look into their struggles and hopes.