Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
Casey Grover, MD, FACEP, FASAM
Inside Addiction Medicine: What We've Learned
Inside Addiction Medicine: What We've Learned
Inside Addiction Medicine: What We've Learned
Monday 26th August 2024
Dr. Casey Grover and Dr. Reb Close discuss childhood trauma, risk factors for addiction, and harm reduction strategies in this insightful episode.
27 minutes
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Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Early childhood traumas can lead to conditions like PTSD, anxiety, and addiction.
- Understanding a patient's history is crucial for effective treatment.
- Using empathetic and non-stigmatizing language fosters trust.
- Harm reduction strategies, including Narcan, are essential in preventing overdose deaths.
- Addiction can affect anyone, highlighting the need for compassionate care.
Addiction is a horrible disease that can happen to anyone, many of whom are wonderful people.
Ever wondered how early childhood traumas can shape our mental and physical health, leading to conditions like PTSD, anxiety, and addiction? Dr. Casey Grover and Dr. Reb Close tackle these complexities head-on in this episode of 'Addiction Medicine Made Easy'. Drawing from their extensive careers in addiction medicine and emergency care, they share real-life examples that highlight the importance of understanding a patient's history and using empathetic, non-stigmatizing language. Dr. Grover and Dr.
Close explore the risk factors for addiction, such as adverse childhood experiences, family history, and untreated mental illness, offering a compassionate perspective on the often misunderstood disease of addiction. They discuss harm reduction strategies and the critical role of Narcan in preventing overdose deaths. The duo also touches on the significance of building trust with patients and using respectful language to foster a supportive environment.
Their stories, like that of a patient who refused to touch alcohol due to traumatic childhood experiences, drive home the point that addiction can affect anyone. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of addiction and learn practical ways to support those struggling with it. So grab your coffee, settle in, and prepare to gain some valuable insights that could make a real difference.