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The Addiction Psychologist

Samuel Acuff and Noah Emery
Substance Use
Mental Health
Addiction
Substance Use Disorders
Kratom
Gambling Disorder
Adolescent Brain Development
Social Reward
Addiction Psychology
Alcohol
Substance Use Disorder
Philosophy
Cannabis
Animal Models In Addiction Studies
Brain Disease Model
Transtheoretical Model Of Behavior Change
Public Health
Recovery Capital
Alcohol Use
Cognitive Development

Drs. Noah Emery and Samuel Acuff interview researchers, clinicians, and policymakers in the field of addiction psychology with the hopes of enhancing recovery. Official podcast of the Society for Addiction Psychology.

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What would you do alone in a cage with nothing but cocaine? These are the precise experimental arrangements in animal models that served as the foundation for popular models framing addiction as a compulsive brain disease. Yet, follow up studies have... more

How does the environment impact a person's recovery journey over time? In this episode, Drs. Jalie Tucker and Katie Witkiewitz discuss their recently articulated dynamic behavioral ecological model of recovery, with a bonus discussion about shallow l... more

What happens when a government sets the minimum price for alcohol? In this episode with Professor John Holmes, we unpack the science behind the minimum unit pricing policy, including the model working conducted by Professor Holmes and members of his ... more

Death by suicide has increased in recent decades, propelling it to the 11th leading cause of death in the United States. Substance use is common among people at risk for suicide and is often involved during suicide attempts. In this episode, Dr. Davi... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Hanna Pickard
Bloomberg Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University, specializing in addiction philosophy and psychology.
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Dr. Hanna Pickard - What would you do alone in a cage with nothing but cocaine?
Jalie Tucker
Founding director of the Center for Behavioral Economic Health Research
University of Florida
Episode: Drs. Jalie Tucker & Katie Witkiewitz - A Dynamic Behavioral Ecological Model of Recovery
Katie Witkiewitz
Director of the Center on Alcohol, Substance Use, and Addictions (CASAA)
University of New Mexico
Episode: Drs. Jalie Tucker & Katie Witkiewitz - A Dynamic Behavioral Ecological Model of Recovery
Professor John Holmes
Professor of alcohol policy at the University of Sheffield and director of the Sheffield Addictions Research Group
University of Sheffield
Episode: Professor John Holmes - Minimum Unit Pricing
Dr. David Rudd
Distinguished University Professor of Psychology and Director of the Rudd Institute for Veteran and Military Suicide Prevention
University of Memphis
Episode: Dr. David Rudd - Suicide and Substance Use
Dr. Molly Bowdring
An instructor at Stanford Prevention Research Center and psychologist at the Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic.
Stanford University School of Medicine
Episode: Dr. Molly Bowdring - The Emerging Trend of Non-alcoholic Beverages
Dr. Sudie Back
Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina and a psychologist at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Hospital.
Medical University of South Carolina
Episode: Dr. Sudie Back - Prolonged Exposure for Substance Use Disorder and PTSD
Dr. Josh Grubbs
Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of New Mexico
University of New Mexico, Center on Alcohol, Substance Use, and Addictions (CASA)
Episode: Dr. Josh Grubbs - Behavioral Addictions
Dr. Alexis Kuerbis
Professor in the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College, maintaining a private practice in New York City.
Hunter College
Episode: Dr. Alexis Kuerbis - Substance Use and Aging

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Noah Emery
Co-host and interviewer with a focus on addiction psychology and treatment methodologies.
Sam Acuff
Co-host and interviewer who engages with experts to enhance understanding of addiction recovery processes.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • Great info but hosts talk over guests

    I enjoy the info and great guests (hosts are very knowledgable too), but man….they talk over their guests like they can’t wait to hear themselves. They have guests on for a reason, it would be nice to hear more about what they have to say.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    joconnell2
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing professional recommendations

    This podcast is great to stay up to date with what’s going on in the world of Addiction in the USA. But I want to also highlight that it is also full of very good career advice, validation and normalization of our professional experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Red_Bull_123
    United States3 years ago
  • Very good podcast

    Very good podcast with very interesting information. Although, some episodes could improve the sound, other than that, great!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    applecrc
    United States3 years ago

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Dr. David Rudd - Suicide and Substance Use
Q: What do you think the take-home message is for underserved populations?
Be hopeful and take the risk to ask for assistance; there are resources and people who care available even in underserved communities.
Dr. David Rudd - Suicide and Substance Use
Q: What about take home messages for policymakers?
Access to care is critical and we need to rely on scientific evidence for policy making, especially regarding firearms and mental health.
Dr. David Rudd - Suicide and Substance Use
Q: What do you think the take home message is for practitioners who might be listening?
Embrace interventions that have been demonstrated to work and stay focused in delivering coordinated, targeted care.
Dr. David Rudd - Suicide and Substance Use
Q: What do you think the take home message about suicide is for people who are in recovery, who are struggling with any of what we sort of discussed today?
To find someone to work with who is relentlessly hopeful and to recognize that things can always get better, and that recovery is possible.
Dr. Sudie Back - Prolonged Exposure for Substance Use Disorder and PTSD
Q: What would you say the take-home message is for underserved populations?
We need to address barriers to both access to care and then retention in care and good outcomes. We've got to invest in and continue training culturally responsive clinicians and systems.

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The episodes explore diverse and critical issues related to addiction psychology and recovery, highlighting discussions with experts from various fields, including public health, policy, and treatment methodologies. Topics frequently addressed include the dynamics of recovery, the intersection of substance use and mental health, behavioral addictions, and contemporary trends in addiction treatment, such as the rise of non-alcoholic beverages and public health policies like Minimum Unit Pricing. Emphasizing evidence-based perspectives and personal narratives, the content is designed not just for professionals in the field but also for individuals interested in understanding addiction's complexities and recovery processes, making it a unique ... more

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1. Dr. Hanna Pickard
2. Jalie Tucker
3. Katie Witkiewitz
4. Professor John Holmes
5. Dr. David Rudd
6. Dr. Molly Bowdring
7. Dr. Sudie Back
8. Dr. Josh Grubbs

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