Doctors, Dealers & Users: Who’s Responsible in the Opioid Crisis?

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Erick Allen (EA) is a certified alcohol and drug abuse counselor dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate addiction and recovery. With a wealth of experience and a passion for education, EA provides guidance on personal responsibility, treatment strategies, and the role of community in overcoming addiction.

In this follow-up discussion, host Kaliu and Erick Allen revisit the complexities of addiction, accountability, and the legal implications surrounding drug-related deaths. The conversation expands on the Matthew Perry case, exploring who should be held responsible—the user, the doctor, or the dealer. EA shares expert insights into the disease model of addiction, personal accountability, and whether criminalizing doctors and drug dealers is an effective solution.

Key Topics:

• Is Addiction a Choice? Exploring the fine line between personal responsibility and addiction as a disease.
• Doctors, Dealers & Accountability: Should medical professionals face legal consequences for prescribing addictive substances?
• Drug-Related Deaths & The Law: Would holding drug dealers accountable reduce overdose fatalities?
• Overcoming Shame in Recovery: The role of connection, therapy, and spiritual guidance in addiction recovery.
• Seeking Help: Practical advice for those struggling with addiction or supporting a loved one through recovery.

Potential Listener Questions:

1. Should doctors face legal consequences for prescribing addictive substances?
2. Can criminalizing drug dealers actually reduce overdose deaths?
3. How does shame and stigma prevent people from seeking addiction treatment?
4. What are the first steps someone should take if they need help with addiction?

References and Links:

• Connect with Erick Allen for counseling services: ErickAllenRecovery.shop

Final Thoughts:

EA leaves listeners with a powerful message: Addiction is the opposite of connection. Seek help, find support, and don’t let shame hold you back.

Find out more about Kali and the show HERE: https://humanityoffame.com/