studioDNA | David Stoecker
studioDNA | David Stoecker
11: Why Opioids Get All the Attention
11: Why Opioids Get All the Attention
11: Why Opioids Get All the Attention
Sunday 16th June 2019
David Stoecker discusses the syndemic of substance use disorders, why opioids get all the attention, and the need to focus on other drugs.
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Get the buttons here!The Overlooked Crisis: Beyond Opioids in Substance Use Disorders
We are not going through an opioid epidemic, we are going through a syndemic
Why do opioids dominate the headlines when it comes to substance use disorders? In this thought-provoking episode of 'Better Life in Recovery', host David Stoecker takes a hard look at the broader landscape of addiction. He sheds light on the rising tide of alcohol use, especially among women, and its troubling connection to suicide. It's not just an opioid epidemic we're facing; it's a syndemic, a term that encompasses multiple, overlapping public health crises.
Stoecker dives into the role of despair deaths, which include substance use and suicide, and how they are often overshadowed by the opioid narrative. The episode doesn't stop at identifying problems. It also tackles the impact of marketing on alcohol consumption and explores harm reduction strategies as viable paths to treatment. Stoecker emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach that includes collaboration and adequate funding to address all facets of substance use disorders.
Whether you're personally affected by addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in for a candid discussion that challenges the status quo and advocates for a more inclusive focus in the fight against substance use disorders.