Brenda Zane

Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction

Brenda Zane, Dr. Ayana Jordan

  • Systemic Barriers, Generational Trauma, and Culturally Affirming Care; a Conversation About Race And Substance Use With Dr. Ayana Jordan

Systemic Barriers, Generational Trauma, and Culturally Affirming Care; a Conversation About Race And Substance Use With Dr. Ayana Jordan

Thursday 12th November 2020

Join Brenda Zane and Dr. Ayana Jordan as they discuss race, addiction, systemic barriers, and the importance of culturally affirming care.
50 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Hopeful
Compassionate
Thought-provoking

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Author:
Brenda Zane
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Breaking Barriers: Dr. Ayana Jordan on Race, Addiction, and Culturally Affirming Care

We know that in this country people from racial ethnic minorities don't have the same opportunities, and even if they do, it's much, they don't have the overall wealth okay that white communities do.
Imagine facing the double-edged sword of addiction and systemic racism. In this episode of 'Hopestream', Brenda Zane sits down with Dr. Ayana Jordan, an MD/Ph.D. addiction medicine expert and Yale associate professor, to tackle these tough issues head-on. Dr. Jordan is not just a doctor; she's a fierce advocate for racial and ethnic minorities struggling with substance use.
Together, they dive deep into the systemic barriers that hinder effective treatments like buprenorphine in Black and Brown communities and unpack the generational trauma stemming from the War on Drugs. Dr. Jordan emphasizes that addiction is a treatable disease, not a moral failing, and that culturally affirming care can be a game-changer. They also discuss the stigma surrounding treatments like methadone and how language can reduce this stigma.
The conversation is rich with insights on how finances impact treatment access and why staying socially connected and spiritually fulfilled is crucial in recovery. This episode is a must-listen for anyone wanting to understand the intersection of race and addiction, and it ends on a hopeful note, encouraging listeners to seek help and follow their dreams.