Episode # 147 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Eric Gremminger on mental health and SUDEpisode # 147 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Eric Gremminger on mental health and SUD
High Truths on Drugs and Addiction
There is much overlap between mental health and SUD, substance use disorder. 44%, almost half of everyone with a SUD has some form of mental illness. Eric Gremminger trains behavioral health professionals on using patient reported outcome measures for personalized clinical pathways. Eric Gremminger, ICADC Eric is CEO and Co-Founder of ERPHealth and a nationally recognized leader in the behavioral health space. Since 2014 Eric has trained behavioral healthcare professionals around the country on how to use patient reported outcome measures to personalized clinical curriculums, and inform policy and procedure. Eric holds a degree in Psychology from Drexel University and is a regular guest lecturer on the topics of recovery and the neurobiology of addiction. Eric received his counselor’s training from Villanova University and is an internationally-certified drug and alcohol counselor as well as a published author. Eric is a board member for Prevention Plus, an organization focused on promoting healthy, safe and drug-free lifestyles in the state of New Jersey and is a part of the advisory council for National Fentanyl Awareness Day, a federally recognized day dedicated to raising awareness of the dangers of fentanyl. https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-gremminger/ https://www.ncqa.org/blog/inside-health-care-87-eric-gremminger-the-tech-push-to-individualized-behavioral-healthcare/ https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/nbc10-issue/a-new-approach-to-treating-addiction/2971857/
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The Intersection of Mental Health and Substance Use: Insights with Eric Gremminger
Episode Overview
- 44% of individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) also have a mental illness, highlighting the intertwined nature of these conditions.
- Eric Gremminger advocates for personalised clinical pathways in behavioral healthcare, emphasizing the need for informed policy and procedure.
- The episode touches on Fentanyl Awareness Day and the importance of preventing the distribution of lethal drugs.
- Discussions revolve around health equity, population health, and the role of technology in promoting mental wellness and substance use prevention.
- Dr. Roneet Lev and Eric Gremminger underscore the significance of addressing mental health and SUD through a holistic, integrated approach.
“Mental health and substance use disorder can be intertwined. We can't treat one without consideration of the other.”
Ever wondered how mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) are connected? This episode of 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction' brings you an eye-opening conversation between Dr. Roneet Lev and Eric Gremminger, CEO and Co-Founder of ERPHealth. With nearly half of those struggling with SUD also dealing with some form of mental illness, the discussion couldn't be more relevant. Eric, a nationally recognized leader in behavioral health, shares his expertise on creating personalized clinical pathways using patient-reported outcome measures.
His insights highlight the importance of tailored treatments and informed policies to address these intertwined challenges. Eric's experience spans from training healthcare professionals to advocating for health equity and raising awareness about the dangers of fentanyl. Tune in to understand how technology and holistic approaches can revolutionize the treatment of addiction and mental health issues.
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