MHNR Network, LLC
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Susan Bartz Herrick: Slow Dancing With the Devil
Susan Bartz Herrick: Slow Dancing With the Devil
Susan Bartz Herrick: Slow Dancing With the Devil
Sunday 3rd December 2023
Susan Bartz Herrick discusses her son's addiction journey, highlighting family struggles and systemic issues in addiction treatment on 'The Rehab'.
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Get the buttons here!A Mother's Battle: Susan Bartz Herrick on Her Son's Addiction
Episode Overview
- The lack of understanding and support in the medical community is discussed
- Stigma surrounding substance use disorder and the need for informed consent and comprehensive education
- The episode offers a raw and eye-opening exploration of the personal and systemic struggles entwined with addiction
You can't pray away a general anxiety disorder. You can't pray away a panic body just goes into an overload. I met someone through the writing of my book his name is Dr. Aaron Gupta and he is the author of the preventable epidemic he's a practitioner much like, he started off family medicine and then went to be certified. I wish I would have known him when my son was still here because he knows all the drugs, how to manage them.
Imagine watching your child struggle with an invisible enemy, one that grips them tighter each day. In this episode of 'The Rehab,' Dr. Leeds sits down with Susan Bartz Herrick, MFA, EdD, the author of 'Slow Dancing with the Devil: A Son's Substance Use Disorder, A Mother's Anguish.' Susan opens up about her son's battle with addiction, painting a vivid picture of the emotional rollercoaster that families endure.
Her story isn't just about one family's fight; it mirrors the experience of countless others facing similar battles. Susan's narrative dives deep into the heart of substance use disorder, exploring how even the most promising lives can be derailed by addiction. She shares the harrowing journey from initial prescription medication abuse to full-blown addiction, highlighting the immense challenges in finding effective treatment.
The conversation touches on the broader opioid crisis, offering a raw look at the systemic issues that complicate recovery. This episode doesn't shy away from the tough topics. Susan and Dr. Leeds discuss the stigma that surrounds substance use disorder and the often lacking support within the medical community. They emphasize the importance of informed consent and comprehensive education for both patients and families.
It's a conversation filled with heartbreak, but also with hope and a call for greater understanding and compassion. For anyone grappling with addiction or supporting a loved one through it, this episode offers both solace and insight. Susan's story is a testament to the strength and resilience required to face such an overwhelming challenge. Tune in to hear a mother's perspective on addiction, its impact on families, and the urgent need for change in how we approach this crisis.