Dr. Roneet Lev
Dr. Roneet Lev
Episode #95 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Mark Parrino on Methadone Clinics
Episode #95 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Mark Parrino on Methadone Clinics
Episode #95 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Mark Parrino on Methadone Clinics
Monday 17th October 2022
Mark Parrino talks methadone clinics, medication-assisted treatment, and stigma in addiction care with Dr. Roneet Lev on 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction'.
90 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Compassionate
Hopeful
Thought-provoking
About this podcast
Author:
Dr. Roneet Lev
Overview:
Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Body & Mind
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
224 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Methadone Clinics: Mark Parrino's Take on Addiction Treatment
Harm reduction really should be a way of connecting with treatment.
Curious about how methadone clinics operate and their role in addiction treatment? In this episode of 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction', Dr. Roneet Lev sits down with Mark Parrino, President of the American Association for the Treatment of Opioid Dependence (AATOD). With over four decades of experience in substance abuse treatment, Parrino offers a wealth of knowledge on the subject.
He recounts his journey from a psychology graduate to a leader in the field, sharing his insights on the effectiveness of methadone and other medications in treating addiction. Parrino emphasizes the importance of harm reduction and the need for long-term treatment plans, often spanning two to five years, to achieve meaningful recovery. He also addresses the stigma surrounding substance use disorders and advocates for a national public education campaign to change perceptions.
This episode is packed with valuable information for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of addiction treatment and the critical role of experienced clinicians.