Turning Point / Four Rivers Behavioral Health

Crosstalk by Turning Point is a recovery focused podcast.  We discuss addiction, recovery, harm reduction and everything in-between.

Turning Point / Four Rivers Behavioral Health

  • The Upstream Approach, Graves County ASAP

The Upstream Approach, Graves County ASAP

Monday 6th March 2023

Tune into Crosstalk by Turning Point as Graves County ASAP shares their upstream approach to addiction prevention and the impact of peer support.
32 minutes
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Empowering
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Crosstalk by Turning Point is a recovery focused podcast.  We discuss addiction, recovery, harm reduction and everything in-between.
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Turning Point / Four Rivers Behavioral Health
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Graves County ASAP: Empowering Youth Through Peer Support

But it was just really inspiring to see how she formed that relationship with us and how it wasn't just a club or like a school thing for her.
Picture this: a community coming together to tackle addiction head-on, not just through treatment but by preventing it from taking root in the first place. In this episode of Crosstalk by Turning Point, host Matt sits down with guests from Graves County ASAP to dive into their innovative 'upstream' approach to substance use disorder. They’re not just about addressing the problem once it’s here; they’re about stopping it before it starts. How?
By focusing on prevention, harm reduction, and the incredible power of peer support. The guests share their personal journeys with addiction, making the conversation feel like a heart-to-heart chat with friends who’ve been through it all. They also highlight how public speaking can be a powerful tool for advocacy, inspiring others to take charge of their recovery.
This episode shines a light on the impact of their work within the community and underscores the importance of ongoing support in the battle against addiction. If you’re interested in how communities can make a real difference in recovery, or if you’re looking for some inspiration and practical advice, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.