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August 1, 2024 55 mins
Season 2 of the Beyond Substance podcast focuses on substance use disorder and its impact across the state of Indiana. The first episode features Jay Chaudhary, the Director of Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction and Doug Huntsinger, the Executive Director for Drug Prevention, Treatment and Enforcement and Chairman of the Indiana Commission to Combat Substance Use Disorder. They discuss the state's efforts in combating substance use disorder and the progress made so far. 

In this episode, Sean McDonough shares his personal journey of addiction and recovery. He emphasizes the importance of seeking help and not giving up, as well as finding connection with others who have experienced recovery. The conversation also highlights the resources available in Indiana, such as the Indiana Recovery Network and the Shatterproof Treatment Atlas, which provide support and information for individuals seeking addiction treatment. 

The episode also introduces Angela Shamblin, who will be doing the data segment of the podcast. The conversation covers topics such as the implementation of the 988 crisis hotline, the state's treatment infrastructure, and initiatives in different counties to address substance use disorder.

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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Season 2: Substance Use Disorder in Indiana
  • 06:23 The Role of State Agencies in Addressing Substance Use Disorder
  • 09:14 Challenges and Progress in Substance Use Disorder Treatment
  • 16:53 The Implementation of the 988 Crisis Hotline
  • 22:00 Building a Treatment Infrastructure: Treatment Atlas
  • 25:18 County Initiatives and Collaborations to Address Substance Use Disorder
  • 28:39 Introduction and Sean McDonough's Personal Journey
  • 34:01 The Importance of Seeking Help and Not Giving Up
  • 39:31 Finding Connection and Support in Recovery
  • 49:42 Resources for Addiction Treatment in Indiana
  • 52:54 Reaching Out for Help: Accessible Treatment and Services in Indiana
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