How I Met My Mother, Sober
How I Met My Mother, Sober
S1 E4 - Maintenance Drugs; To Take or Not to Take
S1 E4 - Maintenance Drugs; To Take or Not to Take
S1 E4 - Maintenance Drugs; To Take or Not to Take
Monday 2nd August 2021
Donna and Julianne discuss the pros and cons of Medication-Assisted Treatment in addiction recovery on 'How I Met My Mother, Sober'. Listen now!
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Get the buttons here!Medication-Assisted Treatment: Donna and Julianne's Honest Take
If you're on maintenance, if you're not on maintenance, if you're not sober, whatever it may be, if you're looking for help and just trying to get to the other side, somehow you're welcome here always, no matter what the deal is.
How do you feel about using medication to treat addiction? In this episode of 'How I Met My Mother, Sober', Donna and Julianne tackle the hot-button issue of maintenance medications, also known as Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). This mother-daughter team, both in recovery, offer a candid discussion on their differing views about MAT. Donna and Julianne dive into their personal experiences with these medications, sharing the ups and downs of their journeys.
They discuss the stigma surrounding MAT, especially within groups like NA and AA, which often don’t recognize those on maintenance drugs as truly sober. With raw honesty, they explore the challenges of getting prescriptions filled and the emotional toll it can take. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with the complexities of addiction treatment or supporting someone who is.
Donna and Julianne's conversation sheds light on the broader debate, offering a supportive message to those seeking help and navigating their own recovery paths.