Joe Schrank and Amy Dresner
Joe Schrank and Amy Dresner
Abraham Gutman, Philadelphia Inquirer reporter
Abraham Gutman, Philadelphia Inquirer reporter
Abraham Gutman, Philadelphia Inquirer reporter
Tuesday 12th January 2021
Joe Schrank, Amy Dresner, and Abraham Gutman discuss overmedicalizing addiction, U.S. drug policies, and cultural impacts on 'Rehab Confidential'.
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Get the buttons here!Debating Addiction: Medicalization, Policies, and Cultural Impact
The war on drugs has never been a war on drugs, war on people, and it goes back deeply into a bunch of different things.
What happens when we start treating addiction as a purely medical issue? In this episode of 'Rehab Confidential', hosts Joe Schrank and Amy Dresner sit down with Abraham Gutman, a reporter from the Philadelphia Inquirer, to tackle this very question. They dive into the potential dangers of overmedicalizing addiction, highlighting how it can overshadow the social and cultural factors that play a significant role in substance abuse. Gutman brings his journalistic insight to the table, making for a thought-provoking conversation.
The trio doesn't stop there; they also delve into America's staggering incarceration rates for drug-related offenses and the controversial practice of asking immigrants about their drinking habits during the citizenship process. Joe and Amy don't shy away from critiquing the U.S.'s drug policies, drawing comparisons with other countries like Iran. They also discuss the broader implications of criminalizing drug use and how this approach has often failed to address the root causes of addiction.
From discussing the disrespectful nature of name-calling in Congress to exploring Philly's open-air drug use issues, this episode covers a lot of ground. You'll hear about the Biden administration's mixed approach to tackling addiction through both public health initiatives and carceral measures. This episode is packed with insights and debates that challenge conventional thinking on addiction and drug policies. If you're interested in understanding the complex landscape of addiction treatment and policy in America, this episode is a must-listen.