Long-Term Care: The Lifeline for Recovery with Dr. Mark Hrymoc

In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson engages with Dr. Mark Hrymoc, an addiction psychiatrist, to discuss the evolving landscape of addiction treatment, particularly focusing on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). They explore the importance of integrating mental and physical health in recovery, the duration of care needed for individuals struggling with addiction, and the risks associated with rapid detoxification. Dr. Hrymoc explains how Suboxone works in the brain to help stabilize patients and addresses the mixed data surrounding cannabis as a treatment option. The conversation emphasizes the need for a compassionate, individualized approach to addiction recovery, highlighting the importance of destigmatizing medication use in treatment. In this conversation, Dr. Mark Hrymoc discusses the evolving landscape of psychiatric treatments, particularly focusing on psychedelics and ketamine. He emphasizes the importance of understanding co-occurring disorders and the psychological aspects of pain management. The discussion also touches on the future of non-addictive pain medications and the significance of building trust in treatment relationships. Dr. Hrymoc advocates for open communication between patients and healthcare providers to foster effective treatment outcomes.

 

Takeaways

• MAT offers a new perspective on addiction treatment.
• Combining medication and therapy yields the best results.
• Addiction is a chronic disease with no cure.
• Long-term relationships with clients are crucial for recovery.
• Rapid detox can be dangerous and should be approached with caution.
• Suboxone helps stabilize patients without the high of other opioids.
• Cannabis has mixed results in treating mental health issues.
• Destigmatizing medication-assisted treatment is essential.
• Every family has someone affected by addiction.
• Individualized treatment plans are key to successful recovery. Psychedelics are being researched for various psychiatric conditions.
• Ketamine is effective for treatment-resistant depression and anxiety.
• Understanding the timeline of addiction and mental health issues is crucial.
• Pain perception is influenced by both physical and psychological factors.

 

00:00- Introduction to Addiction and Recovery

01:55- Understanding Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)

07:28- The Intersection of Mental and Physical Health in Recovery

10:41- The Duration of Care in Addiction Recovery

14:28- The Risks of Rapid Detox and Medication Management

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