Rob Calder, Elle Wadsworth and Lindsey Hines

What's the Crack

Rob Calder, Elle Wadsworth and Lindsey Hines

  • Extra Crack - an interview with Dr Gail Gilchrist

Extra Crack - an interview with Dr Gail Gilchrist

Monday 4th September 2017

Dr. Gail Gilchrist explores the link between substance misuse and intimate partner violence with Rob Calder on 'What's the Crack'.
26 minutes
Informative
Engaging
Thought-provoking
Non-judgmental
Empowering

About this podcast

What's the Crack
Author:
Rob Calder, Elle Wadsworth and Lindsey Hines
Overview:
Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Breaking the Cycle: Substance Misuse and Intimate Partner Violence with Dr. Gail Gilchrist

When you reduce someone's substance use, you reduce the violence.
Ever wondered how substance misuse and intimate partner violence are connected? In this compelling episode of 'What's the Crack', Rob Calder sits down with Dr. Gail Gilchrist to untangle this complex web. Dr. Gilchrist, an expert in the field, dives into her research on how childhood abuse and domestic violence intersect with drug use. The conversation takes you through the maze of factors that heighten risks for both substance misuse and intimate partner violence.
You'll hear about the nuances in the experiences of men and women in substance use treatment who have also perpetrated violence. Dr. Gilchrist doesn't just highlight the problems; she also talks about the solutions. She explains how reducing substance use can lower instances of violence and emphasizes the importance of integrated interventions that tackle both issues simultaneously.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone affected by these issues or those simply curious about the intricate ties between substance misuse and intimate partner violence. With empathy and expertise, Rob Calder and Dr. Gail Gilchrist offer a conversation that is as informative as it is eye-opening.