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Interview with Portuguese Toxicologist about decriminalization and workplace substance use.
Interview with Portuguese Toxicologist about decriminalization and workplace substance use.
Interview with Portuguese Toxicologist about decriminalization and workplace substance use.
Saturday 31st July 2021
Join Jose, a Portuguese toxicologist, on 'Hard Knox Talks' as he discusses Portugal's decriminalization impact on drug policy and addiction recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Jose's Take on Portugal's Decriminalization: A Toxicologist's Insight
Let us come together with our lived and living experience as a resource that has the power to engage new thought processes, to promote new ideas, to broaden the spectrum of care, to show the world that the lie is dead.
Ever wondered how decriminalizing drugs might change a society? In this thought-provoking episode of 'Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.', host Daniel Unmanageable sits down with Jose, a Portuguese toxicologist, to dissect the real-world impact of Portugal's bold move to decriminalize illicit substances 20 years ago. Growing up amid a heroin crisis, Jose has witnessed firsthand the devastation and the subsequent transformation brought about by this policy shift.
As a member of the European Workplace Drug Testing Society (EWDTS), Jose brings a unique perspective on both the successes and ongoing challenges in Portugal's approach to drug policy and workplace substance use. Armed with compelling statistics, Jose offers a candid look at whether decriminalization is truly working, how it was implemented, and the hurdles they still face.
The discussion doesn't stop there; it also delves into the broader spectrum of addiction recovery support, including the roles played by authorities and larger organizations. Jose sheds light on the ongoing debate between legalization and impairment, particularly focusing on cannabis regulation and control. The episode wraps up with a historical reflection on addiction, emphasizing the importance of lived experiences in shaping new ideas and broadening care options for those in recovery.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about innovative approaches to addiction and recovery.