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Episode 35: Dr. Steven Kassels - Addiction on Trial
Episode 35: Dr. Steven Kassels - Addiction on Trial
Episode 35: Dr. Steven Kassels - Addiction on Trial
Wednesday 6th January 2021
Dr. Steven Kassels joins 'Sober Conversations' to discuss his book and the importance of treating addiction as a chronic illness.
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Get the buttons here!Dr. Steven Kassels: Shifting the Narrative on Addiction
The disease of addiction is an equal opportunity disease, and we shouldn't be referring to people as addicts or being or having an addiction, as much as we should talk about a substance use disorder, which is the new terminology, and that's to sort of demystify it and to take away any negative connotation.
What if we viewed addiction not as a moral failing but as a chronic illness? In this compelling episode of 'Sober Conversations', Dr. Herby Bell sits down with Dr. Steven Kassels, an expert in both Emergency and Addiction Medicine, to discuss this very perspective. Dr. Kassels, who has spent years treating patients from all walks of life, passionately believes in the need for compassion and accessible medical care for everyone, regardless of their condition.
His book, 'Addiction on Trial – Tragedy in Downeast Maine', is a gripping thriller that aims to entertain while educating readers about the realities of addiction. The story follows Jimmy, a young man from Maine who becomes addicted to prescription painkillers, and through his journey, Kassels explores the deep impact of addiction on families and communities. The conversation dives into societal misconceptions about addiction, emphasizing that it should be treated like any other chronic disease. Dr.
Kassels advocates for using the term 'substance use disorder' to strip away the stigma often associated with addiction. This episode is a heartfelt and eye-opening discussion that challenges listeners to rethink their views on addiction and consider a more compassionate approach.