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Ep. 81 – Building a Firm Foundation to Fight Substance Abuse: Jessica Nickel, Addiction Policy Forum
Ep. 81 – Building a Firm Foundation to Fight Substance Abuse: Jessica Nickel, Addiction Policy Forum
Ep. 81 – Building a Firm Foundation to Fight Substance Abuse: Jessica Nickel, Addiction Policy Forum
Thursday 23rd March 2017
Jessica Nickel from the Addiction Policy Forum shares strategies for fighting substance abuse, focusing on prevention, treatment, and adolescent impact.
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Get the buttons here!Jessica Nickel's Blueprint for Battling Substance Abuse
But we know that an adolescent brain coming in contact with alcohol and marijuana is very different from an adult brain.
What if you could understand the nuts and bolts of fighting substance abuse from someone who's been on the front lines for over two decades? In this episode of Cover 2 Resources, Greg McNeil sits down with Jessica Nickel, the Executive Director of the Addiction Policy Forum. Jessica's passion for advocacy shines through as she delves into her personal journey with substance abuse and her mission to elevate addiction awareness and improve national policy.
She shares the six pillars of a comprehensive response that the forum champions, emphasizing prevention, treatment, and recovery support. One striking point Jessica makes is the profound impact substance abuse has on adolescents. She explains how an adolescent brain reacts differently to substances like alcohol and marijuana compared to an adult brain, underscoring the need for early intervention and tailored approaches. This episode offers a treasure trove of insights for anyone touched by the opioid crisis, whether directly or indirectly.
Tune in to learn how you can contribute to making a difference in this ongoing battle.