Unpacking Food Addiction Among Older Adults
Episode Overview
- Ultra-processed food addiction prevalent among older adults. 
- Lived experience recovery organisations offer community support. 
- Heat exposure linked to increased overdose mortality. 
- Syringe service programs improve SUD treatment access. 
- Bridge clinics help reduce racial inequities in SUD treatment. 
"The LERO gave them a sense of community through shared experience and helped them regain social and emotional skills."
Get ready to be moved by the intriguing examination of ultra-processed food addiction among older adults in the USA. This episode tackles the surprising prevalence of this addiction, particularly among women who faced a decline in nutrient quality during their formative years. Using a cross-sectional survey, researchers explore how these addictive patterns are linked to poorer physical and mental health, along with social wellbeing. But that's not all!
You'll also hear about the role of lived experience recovery organisations in Yorkshire, UK, which offer a fun and supportive community for those pursuing abstinence-based recovery. Plus, there's a fascinating discussion on how heat exposure might be affecting drug overdose mortality rates in the USA. The episode doesn't shy away from examining the impact of syringe service programs on substance use disorder treatment and how inpatient addiction care can boost vaccinations and prescriptions.
Finally, dive into racial inequities in substance use disorder treatment and learn about the promising expansion of low-threshold bridge clinics. With so many compelling stories and studies, this episode is sure to leave you pondering the complex web of addiction and recovery.