POD44. Scott SilvermanPOD44. Scott Silverman
The Peace On Drugs
Scott is a substance abuse expert, crisis coach, and author of "The Opioid Epidemic: What You Don't Know Will Destroy Your Family and Your Life.
49:54•4 May 2022
Scott Silverman on Tackling the Opioid Crisis: Treatment, Legalization, and Hope
“If we were to legalize, my support would be around that only if the profits were taken to be put into treatment and education, otherwise to legalize it with the decision-making mindsets that our culture has in this country.”
Scott Silverman, a substance abuse expert and crisis coach, joins Aaron Akulis on 'The Peace on Drugs' to dive deep into the opioid epidemic. Silverman, author of 'The Opioid Epidemic: What You Don't Know Will Destroy Your Family and Your Life', brings a wealth of knowledge on addiction treatment and the controversial topic of drug legalization. He explores the multifaceted challenges of addiction, emphasizing the need for diverse treatment options and the importance of relapse prevention.
Silverman also touches on alternative treatments like kratom and highlights how cultural differences can shape addiction treatment across the globe. With a compassionate approach, he underscores that while abstinence works for some, it's crucial to have a range of treatments available. He advocates for the careful consideration of drug legalization, stressing that any profits should fund treatment and education to avoid past mistakes seen with alcohol advertising.
This episode is a call to action for society to prioritize effective treatment and education to save lives.
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