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Talking FACSBreaking the Silence: Substance Use Among Older AdultsHost: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: Alex Elswick, PhD Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery
Season 7, Episode 42
In this enlightening episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Alex Elswick, Assistant Extension Professor for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery, joins host Mindy McCulley to shed light on an often-overlooked issue: substance use and misuse among older adults. With the aging population rapidly growing, Dr. Elswick discusses why it is crucial to address this concern now more than ever.
Our conversation delves i...2025-04-1512 minTalking FACSUnveiling the Hidden Threat: Xylazine in the Drug SupplyHost: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: Alex Elswick, PhD Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery
Season 7, Episode 31
In this episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley is joined by Dr. Alex Elswick, Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery, to discuss Xylazine, a non-opioid sedative increasingly found in the drug supply. Originally used in veterinary medicine, Xylazine is not intended for human consumption but is being mixed with drugs like fentanyl without users' knowledge, complicating the ongoing opioid crisis.2025-01-2810 min
Behind the BlueJanuary 23, 2025 - Guest Podcast: Talking FACS (UK CAFE) LEXINGTON, Ky. (January 23, 2025) – This week’s episode of Behind the Blue features an episode of the Talking FACS podcast. Hosted by Mindy McCulley of the UK Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Program, Talking FACS is a production of the UK College of Agriculture, Food & Environment. On this special guest episode, Dr. Alex Elswick, Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery, discusses a critical and timely issue—the alarming rise of stimulant use alongside the ongoing opioid crisis, a phenomenon some experts refer to as a "twin epidemic." In this interview, Dr. Elswick unpacks startling data...2025-01-2318 minTalking FACSUnraveling the Twin EpidemicHost: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: Alex Elswick, PhD Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery
Season 7, Episode 24
In this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Alex Elswick, Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery, sheds light on the alarming rise in stimulant use alongside the ongoing opioid crisis, a phenomenon referred to as the "twin epidemic."
Alex discusses how stimulant use, particularly methamphetamine and cocaine, has spiked nationally and in Kentucky, becoming a significant driver of overdose fatalities a...2024-12-1014 min
The Good Guy GuideLEADERSHIPWhat does it mean to be a leader in today's world?
Hosted by: Devine Carama
Music Provided by: Lincoln Jesser
Visit It's Time Lexington to learn how you can be a part of the solution
On this episode, Devine talks with Zach Dembo and Alex Elswick about how leadership is more of a mindset than a title and how often get this wrong in our culture.
2024-10-3159 minTalking FACSAlcohol MythsHost: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: Alex Elswick, PhD Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery
Season 6, Episode 44
Dr. Alex Elswick, Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery, discusses widely believed alcohol myths and dismantles them with factual information.
With substance use being a pervasive concern, we clarify misconceptions about alcohol use, some as common as; 'alcohol is not a drug', 'people with alcohol problems drink alcohol daily' and 'because kids in Europe begin drinking at an earlier a...2024-05-1410 minTalking FACSCannabis MythsHost: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: Alex Elswick, PhD Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery
Season 6, Episode 29
Many of the great thinkers of our time have said that "Knowledge is power!" When it comes to cannabis, how much do you know? Dispelling myths and providing knowledge is Dr. Alex Elwick's goal for this episode of Talking FACS.
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Kentucky Extension Offi...2024-01-3016 minTalking FACSRecovery in the WorkplaceHost: Mindy McCulley, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Alex Elswick, Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery
Season 6, Episode 11
Successful recovery from substance abuse depends on many factors. One important component of successful recovery for many substance users is having a job or career. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Alex Elswick shares about what recovery in the workplace looks like for employers, employees, and the families of those who suffer from this disease.
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Shelly O’Neal From the Green Velvet CouchExploring the Transformative Power of Resilience in Addiction and Recovery with Shelly O’Neal & Dr. ElswickIn this episode, Shelly O'Neal and Dr. Alex Elswick discuss the power of resilience in addiction and recovery. They explore the importance of recovery capital and challenge the misconception that recovery can only be achieved through abstinence-based programs. The interview explores harm reduction as a viable approach and stresses the significance of mindfulness, exercise, and social support in fostering mental health and well-being.
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Shelly’s guest on this episode, Dr. Alex Elswick is an Assistant Extension Professor for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery at the University of Kentucky. He is also the co-founder of a...2023-09-2237 minTalking FACSTrends in Youth Substance UseHost: Mindy McCulley, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Alex Elswick, Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery
Season 6, Episode 3
There is good news to share regarding the trends in youth substance use. It is always informative when Dr. Alex Elswick share his unique perspective on substance use in Kentucky, but relying on data from the Kentucky
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Kentucky Incentives for Prevention Survey
Connect with FCS Extension through any of the links below for m...2023-07-2414 min
ADJUSTEDOvercoming an Opioid Addiction with Alex ElswickOn this special rebroadcast episode of ADJUSTED, we welcome a special guest, Dr. Alex Elswick, co-founder of Voices of Hope and University of Kentucky Professor in the Department of Family Sciences. Alex shares his story of addiction and his road to recovery. Season 5 is brought to you by Berkley Industrial Comp. This episode is hosted by Greg Hamlin and guest co-host Mike Gilmartin, Area Vice President, Sales & Distribution, for Key Risk.Comments and Feedback? Let us know at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/F5GCHWHVisit the Berkley Industrial Comp blog for more!2023-04-1747 min