James L. Baker, MD - This Monstrous Obsession – Hard Lessons Learned About Addiction

Описание: Dr. Baker is a physician and a father who lost a child to opioid addiction and overdose. Following his son Macky's journey through addiction, recovery, relapse, and death from overdose, Dr. Baker has dedicated himself to helping others recover from substance use disorder and to stopping the devastation that addiction brings to families throughout the United States. May 7 marks the publication date of his new book, *This Monstrous Obsession – Hard Lessons Learned About Addiction*. There is much to be learned from his experience.

00:00 Introduction to Dr. James L. Baker's Journey
01:39 The Heartbreaking Decision: A Father's Tough Love
04:04 Dr. Baker's Personal Struggle and Insights on Addiction
08:00 From Poverty to Purpose: Dr. Baker's Life Story
20:22 The Turning Point: Mackie's Relapse and Its Aftermath
24:51 Advocating for Better Medical Education on Addiction
28:51 The Impact of Early Substance Exposure on Brain Development
30:24 Debunking the Gateway Drug Theory
31:39 The Role of Genetics and Environment in Substance Use Disorder
32:19 Personal Reflections on Family, Divorce, and Substance Abuse
33:33 Confronting and Understanding a Loved One's Addiction
36:09 The Power of Kindness and the Harm of Stigma in Addiction
36:27 Family Dynamics and Protective Sibling Relationships
38:46 Finding Connection Through Shared Interests and Memories
42:32 The Importance of Addressing Addiction with Compassion
49:44 Contributions to Addiction Awareness and Support