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Challenging Pathos

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  • TAP043 Families for Sensible Drug Policy with Barry Lessin

TAP043 Families for Sensible Drug Policy with Barry Lessin

Saturday 7th January 2017

Barry Lessin talks about empowering families through sensible drug policies on 'Challenging Pathos'. Discover harm reduction and public health initiatives.
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Barry Lessin on Sensible Drug Policies: A Family-Centric Approach

We need to change the focus on prohibiting substances, focusing on the substance as being the problem and not viewing it as within the culture of the people, using the substances within the family.
How can families play a pivotal role in shaping drug policies? In this episode of 'Challenging Pathos', Glenn Marshall and Seth Fitzgerald sit down with Barry Lessin from Families for Sensible Drug Policy (FSDP). This international coalition is dedicated to creating innovative public health initiatives that empower families to access effective substance use disorder treatments and mitigate the harms of oppressive drug policies.
Barry, a seasoned therapist, shares his insights on the importance of harm reduction and the need to shift focus away from criminalizing drug users. The conversation touches on the role of therapists in policy change, support for treatment providers, and the broader cultural implications of substance use. Barry's perspective emphasizes the importance of engaging families in counseling, building confidence, and fostering competency to make positive changes.
If you're curious about how families can influence drug policies and support their loved ones, this episode offers a thoughtful and compassionate discussion worth tuning into.
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