For our December series, we will be focusing on mental health during the holidays. Our first episode discusses the topic of substance use disorders with Dani Miller and Dr. Elizabeth Salisbury-Afshar. Beth and Kya chat with Dani and Dr. Salisbury-Afshar about the experiences and challenges of living with a use disorder, along with the cultural perceptions that have shaped our understanding of addiction. We also discuss the role of medicine in use disorders, including how providers can best support their patients in sobriety.
If you or someone you know is struggling with substance misuse, help is available. Below are a few resources for more information.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA) - online treatment locator and a free, confidential 24/7 treatment referral and information service (English and Spanish): https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline or 1-800-662-4357
The NIAAA alcohol treatment navigator provides information for choosing between various treatment programs and offers advice on getting support: https://alcoholtreatment.niaaa.nih.gov/
To find a local or online support group for alcohol misuse (Alcoholics Anonymous, A.A.): https://www.aa.org/find-aa
To find support for prescription or illegal substance misuse: https://www.na.org/meetingsearch/
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988