Weekly Infusion 03 Candy Finnigan

Weekly Infusion 03 Candy Finnigan

Weekly Infusion

Great minds think alike on Weekly Infusion, addiction specialists Dr. Drew and Dr. Bruce are joined by Candy Finnigan, star of A&E's, Intervention.  Candy was one of the very first women to become an interventionist. The threesome discusses...

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42:588 Nov 2016

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Behind the Scenes with Candy Finnigan: The Realities of Addiction Intervention

I think what I learned about celebrity rehab- that was the saddest- is people like to see really successful people fail schadenfreude, and it's just like I went.

Ever wondered what it's really like to be an interventionist? In this episode of 'Weekly Infusion', Dr. Drew and Dr. Bruce Haishoba sit down with Candy Finnigan, the renowned interventionist from A&E's 'Intervention'. Candy opens up about her groundbreaking work in the field, sharing the highs and lows of guiding addicts and their families through some of the toughest moments of their lives.

She talks candidly about the criticisms she’s faced and how the show has changed public perception of addiction intervention. The conversation touches on the opioid crisis, the controversial use of Suboxone, and the difficulties in finding reliable treatment centers. With raw honesty and deep empathy, this episode offers a rare glimpse into the emotional and challenging world of addiction recovery.

Whether you're dealing with addiction yourself, supporting a loved one, or just curious about the behind-the-scenes realities of 'Intervention', this episode is packed with insights and heartfelt stories that will keep you hooked.

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