Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
Casey Grover, MD, FACEP, FASAM
What I Say to High Schoolers When I Teach About Addiction
What I Say to High Schoolers When I Teach About Addiction
What I Say to High Schoolers When I Teach About Addiction
Monday 25th November 2024
Dr. Casey Grover shares his updated lecture on substance use education for students and parents, focusing on alcohol, cannabis, nicotine, and fentanyl.
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Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
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Episode Overview
- Understand the impact of alcohol, cannabis, nicotine, and fentanyl on youth.
- Learn how to recognise signs of substance use in friends and family.
- Discover practical advice for starting conversations about drugs and alcohol.
- Gain insights into the labelling and effects of different substances.
- Hear personal stories that highlight the importance of addiction education.
Addiction is the idea that people don't like how they feel in some way, and they seek a substance to feel differently
In this episode of Addiction Medicine Made Easy, Dr. Casey Grover shares his updated lecture on substance use education for students and parents. With a focus on the substances most likely to affect youth and their families—alcohol, cannabis, nicotine/vaping, and fentanyl—Dr. Grover aims to make his presentation as impactful and real as possible. He even went to local stores to gather visual aids for his talk.
You'll hear about his experiences speaking at schools, including a memorable Narcan training with his daughter. Dr. Grover also discusses the tragic loss of his friend Paul Harper to an overdose, highlighting the importance of understanding addiction and its consequences. He explains how substances like alcohol and nicotine are labelled, the effects of different levels of alcohol consumption, and the dangers of high-potency cannabis and fentanyl. Parents and students alike will benefit from Dr.
Grover's practical advice on recognising signs of substance use and starting important conversations about drugs and alcohol. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to educate themselves and their loved ones about the realities of addiction.