Jamie Bowman & Bianca Barron
Jamie Bowman & Bianca Barron
Words About Actions
Words About Actions
Words About Actions
Friday 14th May 2021
Jamie Bowman & Bianca Barron explore substance use disorder, stigma, CADCA's strategies, youth communication, and naloxone in 'If I Knew Then...'.
33 minutes
Informative
Thought-provoking
Empowering
Raw
Supportive
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Jamie Bowman & Bianca Barron
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Understanding Addiction: Breaking Barriers and Building Community Support
So whenever somebody's having an opioid overdose, their breathing is basically so depressed they're not getting enough oxygen, so they're going to essentially suffocate what naloxone does. And they're just ruining somebody's life. So that misperception that somebody deserves the natural consequences of drug use- nobody deserves to die, nobody deserves to die- and naloxone gives them the time they need to get to a place where they're ready for recovery for sure.
How do we truly understand addiction and its impact on our lives and communities? In this episode of 'If I Knew Then...', hosts Jamie Bowman and Bianca Barron take a deep dive into the concept of substance use disorder. They start by breaking down the diagnostic criteria for addiction, helping listeners grasp the serious nature of this condition.
From there, they discuss CADCA's Seven Strategies for Community Change, which include providing information, enhancing skills, and modifying policies to support those in recovery. Jamie and Bianca also tackle the stigma surrounding addiction, emphasizing how harmful it can be and offering ways to break down these barriers. They stress the importance of honest communication with youth, suggesting that answering their questions openly and appropriately can create a safe space for them to express themselves.
The episode also touches on the role of online experiences, reminding us that not all digital interactions are negative and can be part of a supportive recovery environment. Finally, they highlight the life-saving importance of naloxone in preventing overdose deaths. This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to better understand addiction and contribute to positive community change.