Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD

The Addiction Files

Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD

  • Hot Topics in Addiction Medicine for 2022

Hot Topics in Addiction Medicine for 2022

Tuesday 27th December 2022

Dive into 2022's key trends in addiction medicine with Drs. Petersen and Cook. From fentanyl and cannabis to harm reduction and health inequities.
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33 minutes
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The Addiction Files
Author:
Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Addiction Medicine Trends: What You Need to Know for 2022

We need to move forward with much more aggressive drug testing for people who use drugs. Harm reduction services are becoming more and more available and accessible. So this is a collaboration between the Cdc and Samhsa. We all need to work towards this as an addiction community, as a primary care community, as a behavioral health community, or whether in law enforcement, education, the judicial system, looking at the science and the research behind this technique of having people come to a safe space.
Curious about the latest in addiction medicine? Dr. Darlene Petersen and Dr. Paula Cook are here to fill you in on the hot topics that defined 2022. From the alarming rise in fentanyl use to the evolving landscape of cannabis trends, this episode is packed with insights that could change the way you think about addiction treatment. Ever wondered how harm reduction services can make a real difference? Or why health inequities still plague addiction medicine? Dr. Petersen and Dr.
Cook tackle these tough questions head-on. They also highlight the growing role of psychedelics and the importance of involving drug users in their own treatment plans. This episode isn’t just informative; it’s a call to action for anyone involved in healthcare to rethink and improve their approach to addiction treatment. Whether you're a seasoned medical professional or just someone looking to understand more about this critical field, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and practical advice.