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S5 E1: Phil Rutherford on Recovery Advocacy
S5 E1: Phil Rutherford on Recovery Advocacy
S5 E1: Phil Rutherford on Recovery Advocacy
Friday 30th September 2022
Phil Rutherford on 'Beyond Theory' discusses recovery advocacy, systemic issues, and the importance of community resources in addiction support.
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The challenge is that substance use disorder rates the number of people that have substance use disorder. But we've not ever really been good at treating root causes like systemic poverty, trauma that occurs in people's lives prior to the age of like a lot of those things that we know are baseline components of substance or maybe not baseline components, so we can't do causation.
What does effective advocacy look like, especially in the world of addiction recovery? Phil Rutherford, Chief Operating Officer at Faces and Voices of Recovery, sheds light on this crucial topic in this episode of 'Beyond Theory'. As someone deeply embedded in the fight against addiction, Rutherford shares his insights on how advocacy can genuinely make a difference.
He dives into the challenges of raising awareness and mobilizing resources for marginalized communities, emphasizing that it's not just about talking the talk but walking the walk. He also tackles the opioid epidemic head-on, discussing how systemic poverty and trauma are often at the heart of substance use disorders. His perspective on treating the root causes rather than just the symptoms offers a fresh take on tackling addiction.
Throughout the conversation, Rutherford highlights the racial disparities in substance use disorder rates and critiques the stigmatizing language often used around addiction. His call for community resources and political advocacy for mental health services is both compelling and urgent. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about mental health, addiction recovery, and social justice. Phil Rutherford's blend of personal experience and professional expertise makes for an enlightening and inspiring discussion.