Aaron Akulis

The Peace On Drugs

Aaron Akulis

  • POD52. Shoshana Aronowitz

POD52. Shoshana Aronowitz

Thursday 7th July 2022

Shoshana Aronowitz joins Aaron Akulis to discuss substance use disorder treatment, harm reduction, and tackling stigma in healthcare.
46 minutes
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The Peace On Drugs
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Aaron Akulis
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Shoshana Aronowitz: Breaking Barriers in Substance Use Disorder Treatment

So, I think, regardless of what it is like it, that's what happened for people and I think that is, you know, like a really, if what we want is to make it so that folks who want treatment with medications you know feel good about accessing it, then I think we need to make people feel confident that, like we will do whatever we can to, like manage withdrawal symptoms and also, like set up our systems so that people are at like the lowest risk possible of like missing doses or going through these situations where they can't get their medication.
What happens when the fight against drug addiction meets the realities of our healthcare and criminal justice systems? In this episode of 'The Peace on Drugs', host Aaron Akulis sits down with Shoshana Aronowitz, an Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing. Shoshana is deeply involved in expanding access to substance use disorder treatment and harm reduction services.
Her firsthand experiences in methadone clinics offer a raw look into the challenges and triumphs of treating addiction in today's world. Shoshana and Aaron tackle the tough topics head-on, from the stigma that still surrounds substance use disorder treatment to the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare settings. They don't shy away from discussing heroin-assisted treatment and overdose prevention, providing a comprehensive view of the landscape.
The conversation also touches on the dire consequences of a toxic street drug supply, shedding light on how it has fueled the opioid epidemic. This episode is packed with valuable insights and compassionate perspectives, making it a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction or interested in the intersection of drug use and criminal justice.
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