Chuck LaFlange
Chuck LaFlange
WEEKEND RAMBLE- DR. ROB TANGUAY-PSYCHIATRY, ADDICTION, & TRAUMA
WEEKEND RAMBLE- DR. ROB TANGUAY-PSYCHIATRY, ADDICTION, & TRAUMA
WEEKEND RAMBLE- DR. ROB TANGUAY-PSYCHIATRY, ADDICTION, & TRAUMA
Saturday 19th August 2023
Join Dr. Rob Tanguay on 'Ashes to Awesome' as he discusses addiction, trauma, chronic pain, and the opioid crisis, advocating for empathetic mental health care.
107 minutes
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Chuck LaFlange
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Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Dr. Tanguay shares insights on treating trauma and PTSD in patients with addiction and chronic pain.
- Discussion on the impact of the opioid crisis and overprescription of opioids.
- Advocacy for trauma-focused therapy and comprehensive treatment programs.
- Addressing the stigma surrounding addiction and advocating for a more empathetic approach to mental health.
- Valuable perspectives and thought-provoking insights from a dedicated Psychiatrist.
I always tell people addiction, when you're in treatment for addiction, it's the most selfish time of your life. My gratitude, it goes out to the listeners it's always to the listeners what you guys are doing is amazing.
Ever wondered how a psychiatrist navigates the tricky waters of addiction, trauma, and chronic pain? In this episode of 'Ashes to Awesome', host Chuck LaFlange sits down with Dr. Rob Tanguay, a seasoned psychiatrist with fellowships in both Addiction Medicine and Pain Medicine. Dr. Tanguay brings a wealth of experience from his roles at the University of Calgary and The Newly Institute, where he focuses on complex mental health disorders like PTSD, depression, anxiety, and chronic pain.
He also dives into the opioid crisis, shedding light on overprescription issues and the daily struggles of patients hooked on these powerful drugs. What sets this conversation apart is Dr. Tanguay's emphasis on trauma-focused therapy and the necessity for comprehensive treatment programs. He doesn't shy away from discussing the stigma surrounding addiction, advocating for a more compassionate and understanding approach to mental health.
If you're looking for a deep yet accessible discussion on the complexities of addiction and mental health treatment, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice straight from a leading expert in the field.