Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane
Exploring Racial Disparities in Addiction Awareness, Education and Treatment with Brenda Zane
Exploring Racial Disparities in Addiction Awareness, Education and Treatment with Brenda Zane
Exploring Racial Disparities in Addiction Awareness, Education and Treatment with Brenda Zane
Wednesday 17th June 2020
Brenda Zane explores racial disparities in addiction treatment, highlighting barriers and calling for change in this impactful 'Hopestream' episode.
40 minutes
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Brenda Zane
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Down Barriers: Racial Disparities in Addiction Treatment
When black and African Americans make the difficult decision to enter treatment- and it is difficult for everybody- but when you do make that decision, if you don't see any staff at the treatment facility that you're going to and nobody that you see shares a similar cultural background with you, it's a huge barrier to staying there.
Addiction doesn't discriminate, but the systems meant to treat it often do. In this episode of 'Hopestream', Brenda Zane takes a hard look at the racial disparities that exist in addiction awareness, education, and treatment within Black communities in the U.S. Drawing from the latest research by SAMHSA, Brenda reveals how addiction disproportionately affects Black individuals compared to other races.
She highlights the challenges faced, such as limited access to medication-assisted treatment (MAT), misconceptions about pain management, and the fear of legal repercussions. These barriers make it harder for Black individuals to receive the help they need. Brenda doesn't shy away from discussing her own position of privilege as a white woman with access to robust medical insurance and resources. She pledges to use her platform to spotlight these inequities and push for change within the industry.
This episode isn't just about identifying problems; it's about seeking solutions. Brenda emphasizes the need for stronger connections within Black communities, better education on addiction prevention, and more culturally relevant public awareness campaigns. This episode is a call to action for anyone interested in creating a fairer, more effective approach to addiction treatment. Brenda's candid discussion offers valuable insights and underscores the urgency of addressing these disparities. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation that could spark meaningful change.