Un-Addiction with Nzinga Harrison, MD

Dan Peres, author of, "As Needed For Pain: A Memoir of Addiction" joins us on the pod to talk about his "garden variety" disease of addiction to opioids, to which he was introduced after a back injury. He and Dr. Harrison discuss what someone who is addicted to opioids looks like, what kept Dan from seeking help years after he recognized he needed it, smuggling 1000 Vicodin from Tijuana, the magic of receiving support from the recovery community, and the miracles that abound from being able to give it back. Don't miss this episode, because Dan's story is like many others - discovering, by doctor's orders, the relieving a substance might offer - but his journey to recovery might inspire you. Don't wait! Find "As Needed For Pain" wherever books are sold. Find Dan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-peres/ ___ Dr. Nzinga Harrison's book, "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life" is out now! Order here: https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ Find Nzinga on Threads and X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/ Follow us on IG @unaddictionpod. If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod. Questions? Email us at: unnaddictionpod@gmail.com If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to season 3 of Un-Addiction, as we dive deep into the importance of rest, taking time for yourself, and the pressures of being a high-performing Black girl, with Khadi Oluwatoyin. Khadi is the founder of Sober Black Girls Club (SBGC), a 501(c)(3) collective that provides resources and support to Black girls, women, femmes, and non-binary folks practicing sobriety, in recovery, or considering it. Sober Black Girls Club was born from Khadi's need for connection with other Black girls seeking support with addiction. Khadi takes us through the complexities of being a high-performing Black girl, taking breaks while being in service, and what to do when what you need is not what you want. Find Sober Black Girls Club: IG: @soberblackgirlsclub Find meetings, mentors, community, and more: https://linktr.ee/SoberBlackGirlsClub ___ If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com Dr. Nzinga Harrison's book, "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life" is out now! Order here: https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ Find Nzinga on Threads and X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/ Follow us on IG @unaddictionpod If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod. Questions? Email us at: unnaddictionpod@gmail.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Manheim joins us from the Dopey Podcast, your source for drugs, addiction, and dumb sh*t. Dave and Nzinga share a deep love that goes way back. Listen while Dave takes us through his addiction journey, beginning with marijuana. Don't think weed is addictive? WRONG. Check out the Dopey Podcast: https://dopeypodcast.com/. Subscribe on Spotify / Apple: https://spoti.fi/3HTyqzG / https://apple.co/3udWtGJ Follow Dopey on IG, YouTube, Twitter (X): @dopeypodcast ___ Dr. Nzinga's Harrison's book, "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life" is OUT NOW! Order it here: https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ Find Nzinga on Threads and X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/ Follow us on IG @unaddictionpod. If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod. Have a question for Dr. Harrison? Email us at: unaddictionpod@gmail.com ___ If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daryl McGraw, founder of Formerly Inc joins Dr. Harrison to talk about his lived experience in the prison system and what lessons and blessings he's reaped from his journey so far. Daryl shares the "sauce" to his recovery formula, which includes recovery capital, a term he teaches us, and why making consistent deposits gives him the strength he needs to get through trying times. Check out Daryl's Ted Talk: "Urban Trauma Unchecked is Urban Trauma Untreated": https://www.ted.com/talks/daryl_mcgraw_urban_trauma_unchecked_is_urban_trauma_untreated Formerly Inc is the first criminal justice reform consulting organization fully staffed by people with lived experience with the criminal justice system. Find them here: https://formerlyinc.org/ Follow Daryl on IG: @harrytubman18 ___ Dr. Nzinga's Harrison's book, "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life" is OUT NOW! Order it here: https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ Find Nzinga on Threads and X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/ Follow us on IG @unaddictionpod. If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod. ___ If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maia Szalavitz, New York Times best-selling author of "Unbroken Brain" and "Undoing Drugs," joins Dr. Harrison to help us unlearn tough love, rock bottoms, and autism stereotypes. Deeply passionate about rectifying the inequality in drug policy and harm reduction, Maia gives us a tour of her recovery journey. If you're curious about how to navigate autism, prescribed medication, and sobriety, don't miss this episode. Check out Maia's books: https://maiasz.com/books/ Find Maia on Twitter (X): @maiasz Read Maia's New York Times essay from 1/22/24, "After My Heroin Addiction, Would Pain Medicine Set Me Back?": https://www.nytimes.com/2024/01/22/opinion/pain-recovery-drug-addiction.html ___ Dr. Nzinga's Harrison's book, "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life" is OUT NOW! Order it here: https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ Find Nzinga on Threads and X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/ Follow us on IG @unaddictionpod. If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod. ___ If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ana Marie Cox joins Dr. Nzinga Harrison to talk about everything AA and sobriety bring her, from infinite miracles to unconditional love. Ana candidly shares what it feels like to be in a manic episode, how recovery has taught her how to treat herself as someone with bipolar disorder, and how to be intersectional in recovery. If you are in recovery, are considering AA, or are the child of an alcoholic, this episode is for you. Ana hosts a writing workshop for anyone with a "before" and "after" in there lives here: https://www.anamariecox.com/ Find Ana on IG: @anamariecox / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anamariecox/ ___ Dr. Nzinga's Harrison's book, "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life" is OUT NOW! Order it here: https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ Find Nzinga on Threads / X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/ Follow us on IG @unaddictionpod If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod. ___ If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Un-Addiction, Dr. Nzinga Harrison sits down with Erin Khar, author of "Strung Out," a memoir about her heroin addiction over 15 years. Erin takes us on a journey through the genetic, environmental, and behavioral risk factors that led to her developing an opioid addiction. Erin and Nzinga talked about the war on drugs, the fentanyl crisis in the US, the connected mental health crisis in the US, inequality within the private prison industry, how to talk to your kids about drugs, the impact that privilege/mental health resources/financial resources have on addiction and recovery...and so much more. You don't want to miss this one. Find Erin on Twitter / IG / Threads: @erinkhar Order Erin's book, "Strung Out," her answer to her son's first inquiries about her drug use: https://www.erinkhar.com/ ___ Dr. Nzinga's Harrison's book, "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life" is OUT NOW! Order it here: https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ Find Nzinga on Threads / X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/ Follow us on IG @unaddictionpod If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod. ___ If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready for Season 2 of Un-Addiction, as Demi Burnett (The Bachelor, Bachelor in Paradise) tells Dr. Nzinga Harrison how she used alcohol to suppress characteristics of what would later be diagnosed as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Demi discusses how she used alcohol through taping The Bachelor, and how ASD eventually became her greatest asset in her recovery journey. Listen as Demi gives a masterclass on how to build your recovery formula and shares tips on being authentic for anyone who's neurodivergent. Find Demi on IG: @demi_not_lovato / TikTok: @demlia ___ If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com Mark your calendars - Dr. Nzinga's forthcoming book, "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life" comes out JANUARY 9, 2024! Pre-order it here: https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ Find Nzinga on Threads and X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/ Follow us on IG: @unaddictionpod If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil Rutherford and Dr. Nzinga Harrison get deep into the equity of recovery, from harm reduction to representation. Phil shares why he changed his mind about harm reduction facilities and explains how his recovery pathway destination shifted from cessation of substances to, well, something bigger. Resources mentioned in this episode: Black Faces Black Voices - https://bfbv.org/ Eight Dimensions of Wellness - https://bit.ly/3QqIrbF Faces and Voices of Recovery: https://facesandvoicesofrecovery.org/ https://www.instagram.com/facesandvoicesofrecovery/ https://www.facebook.com/facesandvoicesofrecovery https://twitter.com/facesandvoices _____ Pre-Order "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life": https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ Find Nzinga on Threads and X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/ Follow us on IG: @unaddictionpod If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joseph Green and Dr. Nzinga Harrison have a powerfully intimate conversation about what it means to be poetically minded, and how Joseph's mission to teach young people how to find the tools they can lean on during hard times began. In this episode, Joseph reframes sobriety and recovery as only pieces to the larger picture of life, describing the kind of world Joseph would like to see and how he's helping his children build it. Joseph Green is a professional storyteller, award-winning spoken word artist, educator, narrative disruptor, and person in sustained recovery. He advocates for and inspires those overcoming the disease of substance use disorder through his keynote speeches and workshops. In his 20-year career, he has facilitated over 5,000 workshops for people ranging from school-aged children to working adults on various topics, including substance abuse, recovery, and mental health. Joseph has traveled the country to work with youth and adults and has spoken for organizations such as the American Society of Addiction Medicine, Google, and Harvard Kennedy School's Recovery Advocacy Project Organizing Institute. He is currently featured in the documentary Tipping the Pain Scale, a film focused on the systemic failures and possible solutions for those struggling with addiction and our country's epidemic of pain. Find Joseph on IG: @josephlmsvoice and https://josephgreenspeaks.com/ ____ If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com. Pre-Order "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life": https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ Find Nzinga on Threads and X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/ Follow us on IG: @unaddictionpod If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jayson Williams and Dr. Nzinga Harrison discuss the importance of un-learning the stigma of asking for help in the face of addiction. Jayson and Nzinga discuss the impact of relationships, fun, and adventure during recovery; Jayson tells us his system of categorizing those relationships according to how supportive of his sobriety they are. Discover Rebound, a holistic, adventure therapy facility where folks can find support for their addictions in a team-setting: https://rebound4life.org/ Instagram: @rebound4life If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com ____ Pre-Order "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life": https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ Find Nzinga on Threads and X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/ Follow us on IG: @unaddictionpod If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chamique Holdsclaw, mental health advocate, former WNBA All-Star, and daughter of two parents with alcoholism, takes us through her youth, remarkable career in collegiate and professional basketball, and sudden mental health crisis that turned her pain into strength to become a mental health advocate for high-performers. In this episode, Chamique explains how Alateen helped her understand the disease that her parents suffered from, and ultimately build resilience during a time in which she needed it the most. Alateen is a resource for teens who are experiencing the effects of someone else's alcohol use. If you have more questions, visit: https://al-anon.org/newcomers/teen-corner-alateen/ Chamique's documentary, "Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw," can be found here: https://kovnocommunications.org/films/mindgame-the-unquiet-journey-of-chamique-holdsclaw/ If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com. ____ Pre-Order "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life": https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ Find Nzinga on Threads and X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/ Follow us on IG: @unaddictionpod If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Derek Brown and Dr. Harrison clarify the terms Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), alcoholism, and alcoholic. Derek explains mindful drinking and takes us on a journey of un-doing the stigma of non-alcohol drinkers in bars. If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com. Join Derek for Sober October and more in his substack, Positive Damage Find Derek: Instagram: @positivedamageinc Twitter: @positiveDMG https://www.positivedamageinc.com/ ____ Pre-Order "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life": https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ Find Nzinga on Threads and X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/ Follow us on IG: @unaddictionpod If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 1 kicks off with Ed Popil, AKA Mrs. Kasha Davis. He and Dr. Harrison discuss how stigma prevented Ed from finding support sooner in his journey and spirituality as a key role in Ed's recovery journey, allowing him to uncover a much-needed conversation with his father. If you or a loved one are experiencing addiction, have questions about recovery, or need treatment tailored to you, visit eleanorhealth.com. Look for Mrs. Kasha Davis' children's story hour, Imagination Station, coming soon to television. Find Mrs. Kasha Davis on Twitter, Instagram, and Threads: @mrskashadavis or Mrskashadavis.com ____ Pre-Order "Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life": https://www.nzingaharrisonmd.com/ Find Nzinga on Threads and X (Twitter): @nzingamd / LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nzingaharrisonmd/ Follow us on IG: @unaddictionpod If you'd like to watch our interviews, you can catch us on YouTube @unaddictionpod.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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