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Prescription Drug Abuse & Drug Addiction Discussion by WE DETOX AMERICA
Prescription Drug Abuse & Drug Addiction Discussion by WE DETOX AMERICA
Prescription Drug Abuse & Drug Addiction Discussion by WE DETOX AMERICA
Thursday 2nd October 2014
Paul Henry discusses America's prescription drug abuse crisis and offers prevention tips on 'We Detox America'.
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Prescription Pills: America's Hidden Epidemic with Paul Henry
Prescription drugs have really taken the place of a lot of the other drugs, like cocaine and heroin, because they're more accessible and also a lot cheaper...
What happens when the medicine cabinet becomes more dangerous than the streets? In this eye-opening episode of the 'We Detox America Podcast', Paul Henry, the founder of Rise Up Recovery, tackles the alarming rise of prescription drug abuse in the United States. Forget the old stereotypes of addiction; today's crisis is unfolding in doctors' offices and pharmacies, where opiates and benzodiazepines are often overprescribed and easily abused.
But it's not just these heavy hitters—over-the-counter medications are also being misused to concoct synthetic drugs that pose new threats to public health. Paul Henry brings his expert perspective to the table, breaking down why this shift from alcohol and cocaine to prescription drugs is so perilous. He doesn't just highlight the problems but also offers practical solutions. Henry stresses the importance of communication, urging parents to talk openly with their children about the dangers lurking in seemingly harmless pills.
By fostering trust and understanding, families can create a first line of defense against experimentation and misuse. This episode isn't just for those directly affected by addiction; it's for anyone who wants to understand this growing epidemic and learn how to make a difference. Tune in to gain valuable insights and actionable advice that could help save lives.