Zach Rhoads
Zach Rhoads
Episode 73: Shaun Shelly | ou're WRONG About Drugs and Addiction -- Here's Why
Episode 73: Shaun Shelly | ou're WRONG About Drugs and Addiction -- Here's Why
Episode 73: Shaun Shelly | ou're WRONG About Drugs and Addiction -- Here's Why
Thursday 20th May 2021
Shaun Shelly joins Zach Rhoads on 'The Social Exchange' to discuss drug policy, mental health, and the importance of compassion in addressing addiction.
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Drug Use and Addiction: Insights from Shaun Shelly
As soon as we assume that we can treat somebody out of most psychiatric issues and mental health issues and addictions, I think we've got a problem because we're looking as an individual, we kind of identify pathology, and what we're really looking at is the essence of being human.
Ever wondered if we're looking at drug use and addiction all wrong? In this thought-provoking episode of 'The Social Exchange', host Zach Rhoads sits down with Shaun Shelly, a drug policy educator from South Africa, to challenge our preconceptions. Shelly's extensive work in drug policy, mental health, and human rights makes him a compelling guest with a lot to share. From the war on drugs to the power of motivational interviewing, this conversation covers it all.
Shelly and Rhoads dig into logical fallacies and cognitive biases that cloud our judgment and discuss how first-principles thinking can lead to better problem-solving in psychology. They also touch on the importance of humanism in drug policy, advocating for a more compassionate approach to those struggling with addiction. If you're keen on understanding the deeper issues surrounding drug use and want to hear fresh perspectives, this episode is a must-listen.