Episode #158 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction Season 4 Introduction with Dr. Roneet LevEpisode #158 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction Season 4 Introduction with Dr. Roneet Lev
High Truths on Drugs and Addiction
Happy Near Year to 2024. In this Season 4 Introduction Dr. Lev outlines her solution for the overdose crisis. Why are we spending a record billions of dollars on solution and no seeing decrease better results and decreased deaths? Dr. Lev states we are not spending money in the correct proportions to prevent addiction. Dr. Lev presents her outline for solutions based on the historical success of tobacco and the opioid prescription crisis. Don't we wish we were back in the good 'ol days of doctors over prescribing opioids - we had half as many unintentional overdose deaths as we do today. We fixed that problem with safe prescribing initiatives. How would Dr. Lev take on the current addiction crisis? Her 3 step approach takes a wider approach with healthcare. Mental Health Trust in Medicine and Science, and Primary Drug Prevention Education
21:44•1 Jan 2024
High Truths: Dr. Roneet Lev's Bold Plan for Tackling the Overdose Crisis
Episode Overview
- Dr. Roneet Lev outlines her solution for the overdose crisis, emphasizing the need for a shift in resource allocation to prevent addiction effectively
- She reflects on 2023 and advocates for legislation aimed at protecting both children and adults from the detrimental effects of drug misuse
- Dr. Lev underscores the importance of mental health, trust in medicine and science, and comprehensive drug prevention as key pillars for tackling the drug crisis
- The upcoming season promises engaging and educational conversations with diverse experts on critical issues surrounding drugs and addiction
“Addiction is treatable. And there is hope in our future. I am looking forward to more High Truths in 2024. Together, we will learn from experts. And I love that you take what you learn here on high truths and implement it in your professional and personal lives. You make a difference. I'm inspired by you, people who share their stories and advocacies. I take my guidance from you and especially from parents whose children have been victims of drugs. You are my moral compass.”
Ready to dive into a fresh season of 'High Truths on Drugs and Addiction'? Dr. Roneet Lev kicks off Season 4 with a powerful discussion on how to combat the overdose crisis head-on. She doesn't mince words when questioning why billions are spent without seeing significant drops in overdose deaths. Drawing from historical successes in tackling tobacco use and the opioid prescription crisis, Dr. Lev lays out her three-step approach to shift the tide.
She argues that better allocation of resources could make all the difference, emphasizing mental health, trust in medical science, and primary drug prevention education as key pillars. Dr. Lev reflects on the past year, sharing her hopes and goals for 2024, including pushing for legislation that protects both children and adults from the scourge of drug misuse.
This season promises a lineup of diverse experts who will delve into pressing topics like cannabis, fentanyl, and youth education, offering actionable solutions and engaging conversations. If you're looking for a podcast that blends expert insights with practical advice, this episode is a must-listen.
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