08/02/16 Topic: Developing Brain
08/02/16 Topic: Developing Brain

Detailing Addictions with Dr. Susan Blank, MD

Topic: Developing Brain

57:27•3 Aug 2016

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Detailing Addictions with Dr. Susan Blank, MD

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Susan Blank, MD, is the Founder and Chief Medical Officer for the Atlanta Healing Center. A graduate of the Medical College of Georgia, she completed a residency in Psychiatry and Neurology at Sheppard Pratt Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. She received her training in Forensics at the University of Virginia, and her training in Addiction Medicine in Atlanta at the Talbott Recovery Campus. She recently completed a Fellowship and Advance Fellowship training in Anti-aging and Regenerative Medicine. Dr. Blank is President of the Georgia Society of Addiction Medicine and serves on the Advisory Board of the Georgia Physician’s Health Program. She is also a member of the Board of Directors for The Georgia Council on Alcohol and Drugs. Dr. Blank and Dr. Lori Karan co-authored the chapter on Tobacco and Nicotine Addiction for the ASAM Patient Criteria released in September 2013. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, the American Board of Addiction Medicine and the American Board of Anti-aging and Regenerative Medicine. She is a Fellow of the American Board of Forensic Examiners, a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, a Fellow of the American Academy of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine and a Certified Medical Review Officer. Finally, she can be heard nationwide every Tuesday on her weekly radio show “Detailing Addiction” on America’s Web Radio.

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The Developing Brain: Risks of Early Substance Exposure

Ever wondered why teens and young adults are more vulnerable to the dangers of drugs and alcohol? In this eye-opening episode of 'Detailing Addictions with Dr. Susan Blank, MD', Dr. Blank dives into the science behind how substances affect the developing brain. With her extensive background in Psychiatry, Neurology, and Addiction Medicine, Dr. Blank unpacks why early exposure to drugs and alcohol can have such severe consequences.

She breaks down complex medical concepts into easily digestible pieces, making it clear why the younger a person starts using, the higher the risks. This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone concerned about the impact of substance use on young minds. Dr. Blank’s empathetic approach ensures that listeners not only understand the dangers but also feel equipped to take action.

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The Developing Brain: Risks of Early Substance Exposure

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08/02/16 Topic: Developing Brain
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