Addiction is a complex condition, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution during recovery. On this episode of Grieving Out Loud, Angela Kennecke sits down with a highly respected psychiatrist specializing in addiction care. Dr. Hannah Statz DeVries is also a valuable Emily’s Hope board member.
Throughout this episode, Dr. Statz DeVries will be addressing your questions on addiction and substance use disorder. We’ll dive deep into the challenges individuals face seeking help, especially in the face of stigma and the misconception that recovery should be quick and straightforward.
Beyond that, we’ll explore essential topics for family members supporting their loved ones during their battle with substance use disorder. Dr. Statz DeVries will provide valuable insights into the time and support needed for true healing to take place.
In addition, we’ll venture into the most contentious issues surrounding our nation’s drug epidemic and addiction, including harm reduction and the legalization of marijuana.
Be prepared for a conversation that will leave you with profound reflections and a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding addiction and substance use disorder. This is a discussion that everyone should hear, especially considering the critical challenges posed by our country’s deadliest drug epidemic in history.
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MEET THE GUEST
Hannah Statz DeVries, MD
Dr. Hannah Statz DeVries, a board member at Emily’s Hope, hails from Sioux Falls. She completed her education at Creighton University for undergrad, USD Sanford School of Medicine for medical training, Rush University Medical Center for psychiatry residency, and Northwestern Memorial Hospital for addiction psychiatry fellowship. She practices at the Avera Addiction Care Center and in outpatient settings. As interim medical director at Avera, she co-authored an alcohol-associated liver disease article. She also enjoys educating student doctors on compassionate addiction care. Described as compassionate, enthusiastic, and driven by loved ones.
