Opening Doors: Lynn Madden on Revolutionizing Substance Use Treatment
Entering treatment with one of those medicines means that you are less likely to die of overdose in your lifetime, even if you don't stay in treatment, and you are less likely to die of any other cause than you are if you are an untreated person who's addicted to opioids.
Ever wondered how breaking down barriers can change lives? This episode of 'Open Access, Open Mic' features CEO Lynn Madden sharing the groundbreaking work of the APT Foundation. Since 1970, this foundation has been a beacon of hope, promoting health and recovery for those grappling with substance use disorders. Lynn dives into the nuts and bolts of their open-access model, a system designed to make treatment more accessible and less stigmatized.
She highlights the importance of early intervention and the need for a holistic approach that sees beyond the disorder. With the opioid crisis still looming large, Lynn discusses evidence-based treatments like opioid agonist therapy and the transformative impact they can have. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding how innovative treatment models can pave the way for a brighter, healthier future.