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McShin Foundation Get In The Herd Podcast: Portugal Flip with John Shinholser, Frank Bellanger and Nathan Mitchell
McShin Foundation Get In The Herd Podcast: Portugal Flip with John Shinholser, Frank Bellanger and Nathan Mitchell
McShin Foundation Get In The Herd Podcast: Portugal Flip with John Shinholser, Frank Bellanger and Nathan Mitchell
Monday 30th March 2020
Learn about the Portugal Model's success in treating addiction as an illness with John Shinholser, Frank Bellanger III, and Nathan Mitchell on 'Get In The Herd'.
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Get the buttons here!Transforming Addiction Recovery: Lessons from Portugal's Approach
It is ridiculous that we don't have the best recovery model in the world for substance use disorders.
Imagine a world where addiction is treated as an illness, not a crime. That's the focus of this episode of 'Get In The Herd' from the McShin Foundation. John Shinholser, Frank Bellanger III, and Nathan Mitchell dive into the Portugal Model, a groundbreaking approach that has halved substance use disorders by addressing them with compassion and innovative strategies. They argue that the U.S.
should take notes, especially when it comes to updating criminal justice policies and investing in harm reduction and safe consumption sites. These changes could significantly reduce the stigma surrounding addiction and improve civil rights for those affected. The trio also highlights the power of peer-to-peer support in making recovery more attainable. John Shinholser passionately states, 'It is ridiculous that we don't have the best recovery model in the world for substance use disorders'.
Tune in to explore how these ideas could shape a better future for those battling addiction.