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Opioid Addiction and Treatment
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Opioid Addiction and Treatment

Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery

May 20, 201833m 19s

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Show Notes

Why are opioids so addictive? What makes opioid drugs so lethal? Is rehab effective for opioid addiction? From the frontlines of the nation's opioid epidemic, psychiatrist Marvin D. Seppala, MD, joins host William C. Moyers to discuss the role of science and compassion in responding to the opioid addiction crisis. As chief medical officer for the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, Dr. Seppala led the organization's development of innovative protocols targeting opioid use disorders. Hospitals and treatment providers around the country are adopting the treatment protocols which address issues related to opioid detox, drug craving, treatment engagement and ongoing recovery support.