Conversations on Coping: Mental Health and Addiction with Yonah Budd
We control for a host of different risk factors that we know increase risk for alcohol problems later, including whether or not they were going to college or not, whether they were binge drinking, how often they were drinking.
What happens when you bring together top minds in psychology and bioethics to talk about mental health and addiction? You get an episode packed with invaluable insights and heartfelt stories. In this episode of 'Road to Recovery', Yonah Budd sits down with Dr. Kasey Creswell, an associate professor of psychology at Carnegie Mellon University, and Dr. Kerry Bowman, a bioethicist from the University of Toronto. Dr.
Creswell dives into a new study examining the rise in drinking among Americans during the pandemic, shedding light on why so many turned to alcohol in such uncertain times. Dr. Bowman, on the other hand, offers his perspective on medical-assisted dying and the concept of vicarious trauma, making for a deeply thought-provoking discussion. As if that wasn't enough, listeners call in to share their personal battles with addiction and mental health issues.
From sex addiction to substance use disorder and even long COVID, the range of topics covered is vast and varied. Yonah's empathetic approach ensures that every story is heard and every piece of advice is practical. If you're looking for a podcast that combines expert opinions with real-life experiences, this episode is a must-listen.