Addiction Prevention

From Drug Dealer to Addiction Expert

 
Dr. Adi Jaffe, Ph.D., best-selling author of “Unhooked”, founder of IGNTD Recovery, and a world-renowned expert on mental health, addiction, relationships, and shame joins eHealth Radio and the Addiction Prevention and Mental Health Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Adi Jaffe discuss the following:
What has been your personal journey with addiction?
How do you know if you're addicted to something?
hat are "emotional hooks" and how do they relate to addiction?
What are some tips to Becoming “Unhooked”?
When should you seek help for an addiction?
SUMMARY: Struggling with addiction is not abnormal— a third to half of adults in the US experience it. Addiction does not mean your brain is broken or your genes are a mess and addiction is not a permanent problem. Addiction can be defeated but it's a process that requires work, time, and effort. 
Adi Jaffe, Ph.D. is the author of “Unhooked” and is a world-renowned expert on mental health, addiction, relationships, and shame. The founder of IGNTD Recovery, a Smart Personalized Adaptive Recovery System, Dr. Jaffe was a lecturer in the Psychology department at UCLA for the better part of a decade and was the Executive Director and Co-Founder of one of the most progressive addiction treatment facilities in the country.
As a young man, Dr. Adi Jaffe’s battle with addiction nearly landed him a decades-long prison sentence. He now holds a Ph.D. in psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles, and has used his personal experience as an inspirational and motivational tool. Passionate about the role of shame in destroying lives, he’s made it his life’s mission to help reduce the stigma of mental health in this country. In addition to his blog on Psychology Today, Dr. Jaffe’s work and research have been widely published in both academic journals and popular magazines and websites.
The best-selling author of “The Abstinence Myth,” Dr. Jaffe’s latest book, “Unhooked: Free Yourself from Addiction Forever” (Hachette Book Group), shares his shame-free, step-by-step program to destigmatize addiction using habit-change knowledge and tools to help readers ‘unhook’ for an addiction-free life. “Unhooked” is available everywhere you buy books.
Frequently called on the media for his expertise, Dr. Jaffe has appeared on Good Morning America, CNN, and KTLA Morning News, featured on notable podcasts including Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness and The Dr. Drew Podcast, and has provided his expert opinions to The Huffington Post and the Los Angeles Times, among many other prestigious outlets.
Dr. Jaffe lives with his family in Southern California.
Website: https://www.adijaffe.com/unhooked 
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dradijaffe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradijaffe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dradijaffe Twitter: https://x.com/DrAdiJaffe 
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Reshaping the Landscape of Substance Abuse Treatement

 
Christi Kleckner, the Executive Director at Axiom Care, an addiction treatment and detox facility serving the greater Phoenix area joins eHealth Radio and the Addiction Prevention & Information Channel.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Christi Kleckner discuss the following:
Tell us more about Axiom and what services you provide to the greater Phoenix area.
How did you get into this work?
Dispel some myths for us. What is one common misconception about addiction that you would like to clear up?
I know you are closely involved in Axiom’s Substance Use Disorder Urgent Care. Tell me more about this. What is it and who is it for?
Substance Abuse not only affects the individual, it can take a toll on the entire family. What advice do you give to people who have a loved one either struggling with substance abuse or about to enter treatment?
With an inspiring redemption story from methamphetamine addiction and prison to a long-term recovery and a successful career, Christi Kleckner is the embodiment of empathetic care. Christi serves as the Executive Director at Axiom Care, showing up every day with a passion to care for the patients. Christi knows first-hand just how hard (and just how rewarding) it is to be in recovery. Christi struggled with a methamphetamine addiction that took almost everything from her, and spent a lot of time in and out of jail.
Christi’s history of substance use is not unlike most in Arizona, as methamphetamine is the state’s number one drug threat (especially as street prices drop). She proudly shares her Department of Corrections (DOC) number because it makes her relatable to many others in recovery looking for their second chance as well.
Christi experienced the apathetic care that most recovery centers give and was even told, “You’ll be back here” while in jail. Eventually, being abstinent from drugs, she began working as a graveyard Behavioral Health Technician for a recovery center. However, it seemed that not enough people cared about the patients or their jobs – just the paycheck that came with it. Until she found Axiom Care. Christi seamlessly aligned with Axiom Care’s passion for holistic, long-term care and seeing patients find their second chances. Her personal experiences supported her in forming her leadership style and finding new ways to make a difference daily. Christi is passionate about transforming lives and reshaping the landscape of substance use treatment.
Website: https://axiomcareofaz.com
Social Media Links: Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/AxiomCareofAZ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/axiomcareofaz/
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This Wall Street exec and former addict left it all to open an mental health center

 
 
Jaime Blaustein, Co-Founder and CEO, of the Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center, a world-class, dual diagnosis treatment center with a mental health focus founded by widely recognized thought-leaders in mental health and substance abuse disorders joins eHealth Radio and the Mental Health Channel.
Listen to host Eric Dye & guests Jaime Blaustein discuss the following:
Tell us about your personal journey and how you came to be the CEO of the Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center.
How is the Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center different from other centers?
What ways can family and friends encourage and support someone that they love to get treatment for mental health disorders and addiction?
What are some of the biggest mistakes family and friends make? What do you wish people knew about supporting someone that's going through a mental disorder or addiction?
What is something that you wish people would know about seeing a therapist?
We saw that Sylvia Brafman has a career mentorship program. Can you tell us more about it?
Closing Summary: We've been conditioned to think that seeing a therapist means there is something wrong with us. However, even the most resilient people can improve their well-being by going to therapy. Jaime Blaustein and Ben Brafman are hands-on experts in behavioral health, combining clinical knowledge and practical experience. In addition to clinical therapy, the Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center offers a range of wellness programs like meditation, career counseling, art therapy, and more. They strive to make patients feel like they are a part of life and our wellness package plays a big role in helping patients feel more connected to the world around them.
Mr. Jaime Blaustein is Co-Founder and CEO of SBMHC. Prior to this role, he was an investment banker at Credit Suisse in its Global Industrials coverage group in New York City. Here he was responsible for advising clients in the basic materials sector on strategic matters, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, leveraged buyouts, restructurings and various debt and equity financings. Prior to this role, he worked in institutional sales at Lord Abbett, a mutual fund manager overseeing ~$150 billion in assets under management. He previously worked in wealth management at Morgan Stanley and later Wells Fargo, advising a wide array of clients on investment strategies.
Jaime received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and his M.B.A. from Duke University. He is an unapologetic NY Giants, Duke Blue Devils and Michigan Wolverine fan. His interests include fitness, steakhouses, international travel, meditation retreats, and quality time with friends. Jaime is a newly minted resident of Miami. He is actively involved in sponsoring dozens of men in recovery and is beyond excited to marry his business expertise with his passion for helping others make a comeback from the depths of mental illness and addiction.
 
 
Website: https://sylviabrafman.com 
Social Media Links: Instagram: https://instagram.com/sylviabrafmancenter Facebook: https://facebook.com/sylviabrafmanmentalhealthcenter Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/company/the-sylvia-brafman-mental-health-center 

ClariGenZ is finally here - tested and ready!

 
 
Dr. Greg Carder, a Medical Expert at Boston Neuro Pain & Psych Centers who has helped find and create the new ClariGenZ capsules that are helping people stay more alert in life naturally and helping those addicted to other things like Adderall cut their addictions joins eHealth Radio and the Addiction Prevention and Health News Channels.
This episode of eHealth Radio is sponsored by ClariGenZ. For more information visit ClariGenZ.com.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Greg Carder discuss the following:
How did you become a Medical Expert at Boston Neuro Pain & Psych Centers?
You also were part of the founding and testing of the ClariGenZ capsules....what makes ClariGenZ so special?
What types of addictions can it help people cope with and get over?
Why are the ClariGenZ capsules something that have never been seen before?
How can people get the ClariGenZ capsules?
The ClariGenZ are the first of its kind supplement capsules that help people get focused, energized and gain their optimal clarity while increase their mental sharpness / focus, and allow people to stay alert and not have jitters/crash. They are caffeine free, gluten free, soy free and 100% Vegan.
Website: https://clarigenz.com  
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://facebook.com/clarigenz Instagram: https://instagram.com/clarigenz 

One Survivor’s Strategies for Saying “No!” to an Eating Disorder

 
 
Faith Elicia, who has been on a seven-year path of recovery from an eating disorder joins eHealth Radio and the Addiction Prevention Channel. Her new book, Do You See What I See?, is an interactive workbook of personal reflections, strategies, and tools for anyone suffering from an eating disorder.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Faith Elicia discuss the following:
What inspired you to write Do You See What I See?
What is self-care, a term often spoken about in eating disorder recovery?
Why is self-care so important when recovering from an eating disorder?
What have you found to be the most beneficial tool to aid you in your recovery?
How much do you think societal pressures play into disordered eating?
Do you believe a person can recover from an eating disorder alone?
Faith Elicia has been on a seven-year path of recovery from an eating disorder. When not managing her husband's medical practice or handling things for one of her three kids, she escapes to the confines of her home office to write romance fiction (published under a pseudonym). Her new book, Do You See What I See? (July 15, 2021), is an interactive workbook of personal reflections, strategies, and tools for anyone suffering from an eating disorder.
 
Website: https://faithelicia.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://facebook.com/Faith-EliciaInstagram: @faitheliciag

The Gold Standard of Addictions Assessments - The DUSI

 
 
Dr. Ralph Tarter, the Director of Center for Education and Drug Abuse Research and creator of the DUSI & Dr. Steve Weatherbee, the Founder and CEO of eCenter Research and creator of the eINSIGHT behavioral health data platform joins eHealth Radio and the Addiction Prevention and the Health News Channels.
What are some of the challenges for clinicians when screening or assessing behavioral health issues?
Can you tell our listeners a little bit about what the DUSI is?
As a behavioral health services provider, how would the DUSI help improve organizational effectiveness?
Addiction rates and related deaths due to overdose seem to be on the rise. Is it possible to improve early detection of people at risk of addiction?
Dr. Ralph Tarter is the Director of the NIDA-funded Center for Education and Drug Abuse Research (CEDAR) at the University of Pittsburgh. He is widely known as a preeminent expert in the field of addiction research and has written 11 books, 80 book chapters, and produced 300 peer reviewed publications during his 40+ year career.
Dr. Steve Weatherbee has spent decades developing innovative technological solutions for improving coordinated care and population health outcomes in education, behavioral health, and social services. His work in program evaluation led him to create eINSIGHT, to empower these sectors to effectively coordinate care, monitor program effectiveness, and improve client outcomes.
eINSIGHT is a web-based HIPAA compliant platform developed for corrections, drug court treatment and behavioral health organizations for rapid assessment, effective triage, targeted treatment planning, and monitoring program effectiveness through population outcome reporting. Learn more about eINSIGHT and the gold standard Drug Use Screening Inventory (DUSI).
 
 
Website: www.einsight.net
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/eINSIGHThealth  Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/ecenter-research  Twitter: twitter.com/eINSIGHThealth

Living a Sober Life is Possible – Enter BigVision NYC

 
 
Eve Goldberg, the Founder of the non-profit BigVision, designed to help sustain the recovery from addiction in young adult ages joins eHealth Radio and the Addiction Prevention and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Eve Goldberg discuss the following:
Tell me about your non profit BiGVISION & what it is exactly?
How and why did you found it and when?
During these times, do you see that addiction and death due to overdose is on the rise?
How important is community and support when in recovery?
Tell me what your vision for BigVision is?
Summary: The rate of deaths due to accidental overdose is on the rise. Recovery is possible but isolation and stigma have blocked the way. BigVision NYC is a safe ‘virtual’ and in person haven to help young people gain the support and companionship they need.
BIGVISION was founded in January 2015, by Eve Goldberg, a year after her 23-year-old son, Isaac, died of an accidental drug overdose. She was motivated to do something to help young adults in recovery in New York City learn to live fun, meaningful, sober lives.
Eve is part of a wonderful family business operating in New York for over 50 years. She has now committed to making BIGVISION a reality by creating entertaining, engaging events and building a community where the BIGVISION and their family, can enjoy themselves in a cool, hip, substance-free environment.
BIGVISION today has a strong board of directors, advisory board, staff and friends that help BIGVISION meet its goal of helping those in recovery. For those want to join the BIGVISION community, donate, or support and create events go to www.bigvision.nyc.
 
 
Website: www.bigvision.nyc
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/bigvisionnyc  Instagram: instagram.com/bigvisionnyc
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Navigating Addiction Where Nothing is "Normal"

 
 
Dr. David Kushner, the Medical Director at BRIGHTSIDE Clinic where he has treated hundreds of patients with Opioid Use Disorder joins eHealth Radio and the Addiction Prevention and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. David Kushner discuss the following:
What led you specifically to addiction medicine?
Substance abuse is surrounded by stigma, still, today. What is the number one thing you want people to know about those you help?
Fighting addiction is difficult in a "normal" world, but what about now? How has your mission changed? How have you shifted gears since the pandemic began?
For those who are maybe struggling right now and want to seek treatment, what is the first step they should take? What is your advice to them and/or their loved ones?
If you could give our listeners three pieces of advice and/or recommendations, what would they be?
What have you learned about yourself and/or your colleagues during this time?
TIP: A physician’s skills and knowledge will always be needed, but medicine is rapidly changing like many other industries. Providers cannot rest on their experience and credentials and allow their ego to demand patients be the only ones to change. Cutting edge is no longer just knowledge and new protocols or techniques; it is flexibility in how patients can access you, and understanding how patients and the world have changed leading to reinvention and innovation of the modern medical practice.
Dr. David Kushner is the Medical Director at BRIGHTSIDE Clinic where he has treated hundreds of patients with Opioid Use Disorder. Board-certified in Addiction Medicine, Dr. Kushner is known for his cutting edge, patient-centered, collaborative approach in addressing this challenging, yet treatable condition. Dr. Kushner received his undergraduate degree from Michigan State University, a medical degree from Midwestern University and is a graduate of the Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Internal Medicine Residency Program.
 
 
Website: brightsideclinic.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/BrightsideClinic Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrightsideClnic Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/brightside-clinic

JanOne, treating the opioid industry and bringing to market drugs with non-addictive pain-relieving properties

 
 
Tony Giordano, PhD and Chief Scientific Officer of JanOne (NASDAQ: JAN), which is focused on developing treatments for diseases that cause severe pain joins eHealth Radio and and the Health News and Pain Management Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Tony Giordano, PhD discuss the following:
Can you tell me a bit about yourself and how you got interested in reducing the need for opioid prescriptions that led to your involvement with JanOne?
Please give us an overview of JAN101 and its recent developments.
It is estimated that 40% of opioid overdose deaths involve prescription opioids, how is JanOne tackling the issue?
What is Jan’s main focus when treating diseases that cause pain to millions around the world?
Could you please give us some insight on Jan’s treatment for PAD and how PAD can affect patients?
JanOne (NASDAQ: JAN) is focused on developing treatments for diseases that cause severe pain. By alleviating pain at the source, JanOne aims to reduce the need for opioid prescriptions to treat disease-associated pain that can lead to opioid abuse. The company is also exploring solutions for non-addictive pain medications. Its lead candidate JAN101 is for treating peripheral artery disease (PAD), a condition that affects over 8.5 million Americans. JAN101 demonstrated positive results in a Phase 2a clinical trial, and Phase 2b trials are expected to begin in early 2021. JanOne is dedicated to funding resources toward innovation, technology, and education for PAD, associated vascular conditions and neuropathic pain. JanOne continues to operate its legacy businesses under their current brand names, which are undergoing review to determine appropriate strategic alternatives
 
 
Website: https://janone.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: facebook.com/JanOneOfficial  Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/janone  Twitter: twitter.com/JanOne

How the COVID-19 Pandemic is Worsening the Opioid Crisis

 
 
Dr. Joseph DeSanto, an Addiction Specialist with BioCorRx Inc., an addiction treatment solutions company targeting substance use and other related disorders joins eHealth Radio and the Addiction Prevention and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Joseph DeSanto discuss the following:
How has COVID-19 exasperated the US opioid crisis?
What added factors may cause addicts to relapse during the pandemic?
How has telehealth helped serve the addiction recovery community? Can you tell me how BioCorRx uses telehealth?
What makes the Beat Addiction Recovery Program unique?
With the winter holidays approaching, why are addicts more likely to relapse?
How can family members help loved ones get help and navigate their addiction during these unprecedented times?
Dr. Joseph DeSanto is a Board Certified Addictionologist for DeSanto Clinics and addiction specialist with addiction treatment solutions company, BioCorRx. He has more than 12 years of experience practicing medicine, is a graduate of Lafayette College and attended the State University of New York at Downstate in Brooklyn for his medical school training. He completed his internship and residency training at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and is Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. In addition to his role with BioCorRx, he serves as a medical consultant for a number of treatment centers in Orange County, CA.
 
Website: BeatAddiction.com
Social Media Links: Twitter: twitter.com/biocorrxinc  Facebook: facebook.com/BioCorRx