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Valentine and Tina: Love in the time of crystal methamphetamine - Special Encore Presentaion!
Valentine and Tina: Love in the time of crystal methamphetamine - Special Encore Presentaion!
Valentine and Tina: Love in the time of crystal methamphetamine - Special Encore Presentaion!
Monday 22nd February 2010
Discover how crystal meth affects the gay community in 'One Hour AT A Time' with Dr. Petros Levounis. Learn about its brain impact and cultural roots.
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Get the buttons here!Crystal Meth and the Gay Community: A Deep Dive with Dr. Petros Levounis
The way that it has developed in the gay community is very much a party drug. So a way of helping that sense of shame and that sense of inferiority and disgust in themselves in some way is yes, saying that they are using the crystal methamphetamine to reduce that sense of shame, feel proud and powered up and able to therefore go out in public and feel super confident about themselves.
Crystal methamphetamine, often seen as a party drug, has a dark side that’s especially impactful within the gay community. In this compelling episode of 'One Hour AT A Time', Mary Woods sits down with Dr. Petros Levounis, Director of The Addiction Institute of New York, to unravel the complex relationship between crystal meth and its users. Dr. Levounis, a seasoned addiction psychiatrist, brings his wealth of knowledge to the table, discussing how this potent drug alters the brain and body.
He also delves into its cultural roots in places like New York City and California, where it has become disturbingly common among gay men. The conversation gets candid about the drug’s role in reducing feelings of shame and inferiority, and its troubling connection to sexual activity. If you’re curious about the neurobiological changes induced by crystal meth or its cultural significance, this episode offers an eye-opening perspective.
It’s a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the far-reaching consequences of substance abuse and the critical need for effective treatment options.