Today's Guest
Jamie K. Alan, RPh, PharmD, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Pharmacology & Toxicology in the College of Human Medicine. Dr. Alan received her PharmD from Ohio Northern University in 2005, where she graduated with high distinction. She has been a licensed and practicing pharmacist for 8 years and has experience in retail, hospital, clinical and compounding pharmacy along with experience in conducting and designing clinical trials.
Sections from this episode include

Misuse not abuse

Addiction is not a choice

The struggle of quitting

The long term neurological effects of addiction


If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, there is help available.
SAMHSA National Helpline
Confidential free help, from public health agencies, to find substance use treatment and information.
www.samhsa.gov
1-800-662-4357

Shatterproof
Browse addiction resources from treatment finders to recovery groups to grief support.
www.shatterproof.org/
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

Further Learning
National Institute on Drug Abuse
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) supports and conducts research across a broad range of disciplines and leads the nation in scientific research on the health aspects of drug abuse and addiction.
www.drugabuse.gov

Health Management Associates
Helping Communities Improve Care for People with Complex Health and Social Needs
www.HMAedu.com

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