Rachel Annunziata
Rachel Annunziata
The Taboos of Harm Reduction, Drug Court, and Decriminalization
The Taboos of Harm Reduction, Drug Court, and Decriminalization
The Taboos of Harm Reduction, Drug Court, and Decriminalization
Sunday 27th June 2021
Rachel Annunziata explores harm reduction, drug courts, and decriminalization in addiction recovery. A fresh perspective on treating addiction as a health issue.
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32 minutes
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Rachel Annunziata
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Body & Mind
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Recovery: Harm Reduction, Drug Courts, and Decriminalization
We are living by an old school mentality when it comes to recovery/rehabilitation and we are failing ourselves, loved ones, and society because of it.
Is abstinence the only way to tackle addiction? Should all drugs be decriminalized? And does punishing addicts actually help? Rachel Annunziata doesn't shy away from these hot-button issues in this thought-provoking episode of 'Everybody Has Stuff'. Drawing from her own journey, Rachel challenges the old-school mentality that often dominates addiction recovery discussions. She argues that our current approach is failing not just those struggling with addiction, but also their loved ones and society as a whole.
Rachel dives into the concept of harm reduction, sharing how it can be a viable option for some. She also explores the Portuguese model of drug decriminalization and its benefits, urging us to reconsider our biases about addiction. Throughout the episode, Rachel emphasizes that addiction should be treated as a health issue rather than just a criminal one. She touches on cross-addiction and highlights the critical role of support and resources in the recovery process.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in a more compassionate and effective approach to addiction recovery.