Episode 7: A Tale of Two Epidemics - Dr. Adam Leventhal, USCEpisode 7: A Tale of Two Epidemics - Dr. Adam Leventhal, USC
Trapped: Understanding Addiction
Dr. Adam Leventhal explores the compounded challenges of addiction and COVID-19, highlighting virtual recovery and accessible treatment.
13:18•8 Nov 2021
Addiction and COVID-19: A Double Whammy with Dr. Adam Leventhal
“The addiction epidemic has been uniquely impacted by COVID-19, and we can't just quantify it with one metric.”
Imagine facing addiction during a global pandemic. In this episode of 'Trapped: Understanding Addiction', Dr. Adam Leventhal sheds light on the dual challenges of battling substance use disorders amid COVID-19. Dr. Leventhal, the Founding Director of the Institute for Addiction Science at USC, dives into how the pandemic has uniquely impacted those struggling with addiction.
He shares insights on the hurdles of in-person recovery meetings being replaced by virtual ones and how these online platforms have unexpectedly broadened access to support. The conversation doesn’t stop there; Dr. Leventhal discusses the critical need to make treatment more accessible, from medications to teletherapy. He emphasizes the importance of addressing not just the physical but also the emotional and psychological aspects of addiction during these trying times.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the compounded difficulties faced by those with substance use disorders during the pandemic and how we can all contribute to better health outcomes.
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