In today's episode of Psych Talk, I speak with JP Padda, MD a psychiatrist in Canada specializing in addiction, specifically opioid addiction. JP shares about his journey to becoming a psychiatrist, as well as how he got interested in specializing in the addiction field. JP defines for listeners what addiction is from a psychological perspective, emphasizing the impact it has on a person's functioning. We discuss common misconceptions about addiction, how psychiatrists treat addiction, both from a client-centered and prescription perspective, and the risks and benefits of treating addiction with medication. JP shares some of the challenges he and his patients have experienced since COVID with regard to mental health care access and increase of overdoses. JP also shares what prescribers can do to lessen the risk for prescription medication abuse. Oh, and did I mention JP is also an actor?
In this episode we discuss addiction and trauma. Please be advised when listening to this episode and stop listening or reach out to someone you trust if topics discussed in this episode are difficult for you to listen to.
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