Kenneth Anderson
Kenneth Anderson
Just Say No to Drug Courts
Just Say No to Drug Courts
Just Say No to Drug Courts
Tuesday 9th December 2014
Dr. Rebecca Tiger and Kenneth Anderson discuss drug courts' flaws and addiction criminalization on Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS.
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Drug Courts: A Conversation with Dr. Rebecca Tiger
If we don't take on that challenge, we're going to sort of keep it going in a direction that we've already seen is really destructive and, for lots of people, deadly.
Ever thought about the real impact of drug courts on addiction recovery? In this episode of Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS, host Kenneth Anderson sits down with Dr. Rebecca Tiger, Assistant Professor of Sociology at Middlebury College, to discuss her book, 'Judging Addicts: Drug Courts and Coercion in the Justice System'. Dr. Tiger dives deep into the complexities of drug courts and their unintended consequences on those struggling with addiction.
She sheds light on how these courts often blur the lines between treatment and punishment, creating a system that can sometimes do more harm than good. Through a critical lens, Dr. Tiger explores the criminalization of addiction and the problematic aspects of the disease model of addiction that drug courts often rely on. She also touches on the controversial use of AA and the lack of evidence-based practices within these systems.
Prohibition's role in criminalizing certain substances while others remain legal is another focal point, prompting listeners to think about responsible drug use and the future of addiction treatment. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the flaws in our current approach to addiction and the justice system. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that challenges conventional wisdom and advocates for more compassionate, evidence-based solutions.