The McShin Foundation
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Get In The Herd with John Shinholser and Guest Andrea Wright and Paul Thompson
Get In The Herd with John Shinholser and Guest Andrea Wright and Paul Thompson
Get In The Herd with John Shinholser and Guest Andrea Wright and Paul Thompson
Thursday 30th July 2020
Andrea Wright and Paul Thompson join John Shinholser to discuss breaking the stigma of Substance Use Disorders. Listen now.
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Get the buttons here!Challenging Addiction Stigma: Insights from Andrea Wright and Paul Thompson
We already have a first offender law in Virginia for felony possession. And what Paul's talking about with the Kentucky expungement law? We're still holding back on the best evidence-based harm reduction we've ever had in the history of civilization and we can't seem to get that common nationwide.
Imagine facing a health crisis, only to be met with judgment and exclusion instead of support. That's the harsh reality for many dealing with Substance Use Disorders (SUDs). In this eye-opening episode of 'Get In The Herd', host John Shinholser sits down with Andrea Wright and Paul Thompson to tackle the stigma head-on. Andrea, with her extensive background in the criminal justice system, shares real-world challenges faced by individuals with SUDs.
She argues passionately for treating addiction with the same compassion as any other chronic illness. Meanwhile, Paul, a certified brain health coach, dives into the nuances of brain health and its critical role in recovery. He breaks down the six types of addicts, offering a fresh perspective on individualized treatment approaches. The conversation doesn't stop there. The trio discusses innovative programs in Virginia and beyond, comparing them to evidence-based harm reduction policies in Portugal. They highlight how the U.S.
is lagging behind and what can be done to catch up. Leadership in the recovery community also comes under the spotlight, along with the pressing need for a people-run lobby to advocate for those affected by addiction. Wrapping up on a hopeful note, they explore ways to bridge the trust gap between people with addiction and authorities. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand and dismantle the stigma surrounding addiction.