Suboxone – Miracle or Menace? - EP 14Suboxone – Miracle or Menace? - EP 14
Weekly Infusion
Suboxone: Miracle or Menace? This week’s installment tackles medication assisted therapy, and specifically the use of Suboxone to treat the disease of addiction. There are arguments both for and against this controversial treatment...
13:17•17 Jun 2019
Suboxone: The Debate Over Its Role in Addiction Recovery
“You can't solve a spiritual problem with drugs.”
Is Suboxone a game-changer or a double-edged sword in addiction recovery? This episode of 'Weekly Infusion' dives headfirst into this heated debate. Dr. Drew and Dr. Bruce are joined by addiction treatment experts Bob Forrest, Dr. Anna Lembke, and Dr. John Kelly to dissect the pros and cons of using Suboxone as part of medication-assisted therapy. They explore whether Suboxone offers a lifeline to those battling addiction or if it merely swaps one dependency for another.
The discussion doesn't stop there; the episode also delves into the ethical and legal quandaries that come with prescribing Suboxone, highlighting the importance of thorough patient screening and selection. You'll also get a fascinating look at the history of opium, providing context to the ongoing struggle against addiction.
Whether you're in the medical field, on a personal recovery journey, or just curious about addiction treatments, this episode promises to challenge your perspectives and offer a deeper understanding of the complexities involved.
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