Dopamine: Brain, Body, Behavior

Dopamine: Brain, Body, Behavior

Dr. Erin Calipari, Director of the Vanderbilt Center for Addiction Research at the university of the same name, joins the podcast to help provide a clear understanding of the role of dopamine in relation to learning and addiction. Excellent information for anyone working in the field.

Recovering In Place

Dr. Victoria Burns of the University of Calgary joins the podcast to talk about the Recovering In Place model, how it builds upon recovery-oriented systems of care and shows how our concept of place can impact recovery.

Mitigation Specialists: The Aim for Outcomes That Consider Rehabilitation and Not Just Punishment

Mitigation Specialist and President of the Connecticut Women's Consortium Dr. Jozlyn Hall joins us to talk about the scope of her work as a member of the criminal defense team and how it impacts sentencing in cases before the court Originally used solely in capital cases, it is not about excusing individuals of the responsibility of their actions, but for getting the accused the assistance they need based on a complete evaluation of their strengths, deficits and needs. Given that the needs may include SUD services, it is an important area for professionals working with justice-involved individuals to understand.

Culturally Responsive Financial Literacy for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals

Rosalie Daley, CFC, joins host Jeffrey Quamme to talk about the importance of basic financial literacy for those individuals returning home from incarceration. Evidence shows that basic financial management that takes into consideration the contexts in which a person lives reduces the risk of reincarceration. In short, financial literacy, even at its most basic levels, is certainly a protective factor as well as recovery capital.

When “Doing Something” Isn’t Enough: Tracking Opioid Settlement Spending

Aneri Pattani, Senior Correspondent for KFF Health News rejoins the podcast (after a 4-year absence!) to talk about the research she has done as part of a team to track the spending from the Opioid Settlement. Is the money being spent on things that it is intended for? Tune in and find out!