S2 Ep6: #17 Caring for People with Criminal Legal Involvement and SUDs with Dr. Lisa PuglisiS2 Ep6: #17 Caring for People with Criminal Legal Involvement and SUDs with Dr. Lisa Puglisi
The Curbsiders Addiction Medicine Podcast
Dr. Lisa Puglisi discusses supporting individuals with substance use disorders in the criminal legal system, focusing on trauma-informed care and re-entry challenges.
1:04:54•10 Aug 2023
Healing Behind Bars: Supporting Those with Substance Use Disorders in the Criminal Legal System
Episode Overview
- Dr. Lisa Puglisi discusses the impact of mass incarceration on individuals with substance use disorders.
- The episode highlights the importance of trauma-informed care and addressing barriers faced by those re-entering the community.
- The conversation stresses the need for holistic support and the transformation of health systems to better serve individuals impacted by the criminal legal system.
“Our executive director is Shira Shavit. And it is so joyful. If this topic moves you, if you love taking care of people who have been impacted by the criminal legal system. It's absolutely fantastic. And there's a lot of support to help us transform health systems.”
Ever thought about how the criminal legal system affects those battling substance use disorders? This episode of 'The Curbsiders Addiction Medicine Podcast' features Dr. Lisa Puglisi, who dives deep into the intersection of mass incarceration and addiction. She shares invaluable insights on taking a trauma-informed criminal legal history and tailoring Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) to meet the unique needs of these patients.
From discussing the health risks of incarceration to the challenges faced during re-entry into the community, Dr. Puglisi's expertise shines through. One highlight is her emphasis on the importance of advocating for high-quality care both within the carceral system and in the community. Whether you're a healthcare professional or someone interested in the broader impacts of addiction, this episode offers a compassionate look at how we can better support individuals entangled in both the criminal legal and healthcare systems.
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