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  • Roe v. Wade: Dr. Craig Swainey Speaks Up.

Roe v. Wade: Dr. Craig Swainey Speaks Up.

Saturday 16th July 2022

Dr. Craig Swainey discusses Roe v. Wade's effects on addiction treatment, generational trauma, and the importance of choice in this 'Hard Knox Talks' episode.
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41 minutes
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Roe v. Wade's Ripple Effects on Addiction: Insights from Dr. Craig Swainey

When you look at consequences to females, to women, and consequences to children, there are no good outcomes.
What happens when a landmark ruling like Roe v. Wade intersects with the world of addiction treatment? In this episode of 'Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.', Dr. Craig Swainey, the Medical Director of a prominent addiction treatment facility, shares his candid thoughts on the subject. Dr. Swainey, who also oversees two methadone clinics in Richmond, Virginia, doesn't hold back as he discusses the profound implications of the ruling on the demographic he serves.
He paints a stark picture of the potential rise in trauma and suicides, questioning how being born into unprepared families could not be traumatic. His words, 'These people aren’t pro-life, they’re pro-birth', resonate deeply as he challenges listeners to think beyond the surface. This episode dives into generational trauma, its link to addiction, and the critical importance of choice and access to abortion services.
It's a thought-provoking conversation that urges us to consider the broader impacts of legislative decisions on vulnerable populations. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that blends empathy with hard-hitting truths.