Episode description
Join host Steve Martorano in this captivating episode of the Behavioral Corner as he delves into a crucial conversation with Maia Szalavitz, journalist and bestselling author of "Undoing Drugs: The Untold Story of Harm Reduction and the Future of Addiction." They dissect the multifaceted nature of addiction, the controversial concept of harm reduction in drug policy, and its potential for positive change. Szalavitz critiques the War on Drugs and proposes that addiction is more of a learning disorder than a progressive brain disease. A more compassionate and practical approach can be taken through harm reduction by treating those grappling with addiction with dignity, respect, and empathy. Tune in for an enlightening and humanizing perspective on addiction and the future of drug policy.
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