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Initially, we had abstinence as the go-to for celebrating sobriety. Overdose rates were extremely low, and people thrived in their newfound recovery from their substance. Very few physicians would work with people struggling with addiction and were referring them to counselors.
But then, all of a sudden, doctors started writing prescriptions for methadone as drugs began pouring into the streets. They hoped to curb the appetite of folks preoccupied with using drugs. The problem got worse. Doctors were prescribing more and more medication. They tell people, "If you become abstinent and go back and use drugs, you might die." With that attitude, you should never stop using the medication they're prescribing. Consider the implications.
This session with help you Learn when medication is necessary and when it is not. You'll define ways to help the addicted person with their health detriments by supporting their abstinent-based sobriety. You'll also describe ways other treatment facilities help people thrive without medication.
Suzanne Thistle is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as When is abstinence the actual gold standard for a substance use disorder?. The estimated speaking fee range to book Suzanne Thistle for your event is $5,000 - $10,000. Suzanne Thistle generally travels from Manchester, NH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Kimberley L Berlin, LCSW, John Mabry, Ryan Hampton, Jarmichael R. Harris, MS, LCAS and Natikca Robinson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Suzanne Thistle for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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