OceanRockStars with Tom Nemat

Tackling the Complexities of Substance Abuse, Mental Health, and Relapse Prevention

Episode Summary

Tom welcomes Dr. Tucker to explore addiction treatments, the necessity of early intervention, and the family's role in recovery. They address addiction misconceptions, the fentanyl crisis, and the urgency of aftercare. With insights into increasing moderate to severe addiction cases, the discussion moves to anxious depression's effect on relapse. Dr. Tucker stresses the importance of community support in maintaining sobriety, while Tom notes the tell-tale signs of drug use and the potential dangers of gateway drugs.