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"Suboxone" on The Other Side with Richie H.
"Suboxone" on The Other Side with Richie H.
"Suboxone" on The Other Side with Richie H.
Wednesday 24th July 2019
Richie Hession, Mark Bonanni, and John Kakowski discuss the complexities of medication-assisted treatment and why Suboxone isn't a one-size-fits-all solution.
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Get the buttons here!Beyond Suboxone: A Holistic View on Medication-Assisted Treatment
I see what I see every day, dealing with this stuff for Years, not in a scientific capacity, but dealing with addicts and watching the reality of what happens versus what... Even in jail, on the floor of a jail, you hear the story all the time, because they don't have it and they're puking and shredding everywhere and blah, blah, blah, and just the everyone else who's in the cell with you.
When it comes to tackling the opioid crisis, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) often takes center stage. But is Suboxone the ultimate answer for everyone? In this episode of 'The Other Side with Richie H.', BlueCrest Recovery Center's CEO Richie Hession sits down with Mark Bonanni, Regional VP of Business Development, and John Kakowski, a former licensed pharmacist turned sober living advocate, to dive into the complexities of MAT in addiction recovery.
They unpack why Suboxone, often hailed as the 'gold standard' for opiate recovery, may not be a one-size-fits-all solution. Richie, Mark, and John emphasize that while Suboxone can help manage withdrawal symptoms, it doesn't address the underlying emotional and psychological issues that fuel addiction. John poignantly shares, 'You have to do the work', underscoring the importance of therapy, counseling, and support groups like 12-step programs. The episode also tackles common misconceptions about MAT.
Many see Suboxone as a cure-all, but Richie and his guests stress that no medication can fully manage addictive behaviors without robust psychosocial support. They also discuss alternatives like Vivitrol, which blocks the effects of opioids and may work better for some individuals. The conversation takes a political turn as Richie voices frustration over how addiction is often sensationalized in the media. He calls for individualized treatment plans that consider each person's unique needs and experiences.
John adds a layer of complexity by discussing the ethics of MAT in the criminal justice system, sharing his experiences working with individuals in prison who are prescribed Suboxone as part of their release program. This episode offers a candid and nuanced look at the role of medication-assisted treatment in addiction recovery. The team makes it clear: recovery isn't just about getting sober; it's about staying sober and addressing the root causes of addiction through comprehensive care.