Maria Shilaos, KSL Newsradio
Maria Shilaos, KSL Newsradio
Addiction Treatment Options #2
Addiction Treatment Options #2
Addiction Treatment Options #2
Sunday 23rd August 2020
Dr. Robert Mendenhall talks about addiction signs, treatment choices, and isolation's impact with Maria Shilaos on 'Healthy Mind Matters'.
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Get the buttons here!Addiction Treatment Options: Insights from Dr. Robert Mendenhall
No, this is an illness, this is a sickness and you know we can treat it. We can treat it with some medical things and we can treat it with some therapy and we can get you to a place where you can get that life back and get it more under control.
The struggle with addiction has been magnified by the pandemic, but hope and help are within reach. In this episode of 'Healthy Mind Matters', host Maria Shilaos chats with Dr. Robert Mendenhall, an Addiction Medicine Physician at Intermountain's Dayspring Treatment and Recovery program. Together, they break down the signs and symptoms of addiction, highlighting the differences between illegal drugs, illicit substances, and prescribed medications. Dr.
Mendenhall also sheds light on the various treatment options available, emphasizing that addiction is a treatable illness. He passionately discusses the impact of the opioid epidemic, efforts to reduce stigma, and the importance of increasing access to support. The conversation also touches on the similarities between alcoholism and other addictions, as well as how isolation can exacerbate these issues. Dr. Mendenhall's key message?
Addiction is an illness that can be managed with medical treatment and therapy, offering a path to reclaiming control over one's life. Tune in for a comprehensive look at addiction recovery and the resources available to those in need.