Embark on a poignant journey with Justice and Scrubs, from a career in medicine to confronting the depths of addiction and recovery. Hear firsthand accounts of recognizing the signs, battling insurance companies, and embracing treatment, all while navigating the profound bond between parent and child. Tune in for insights on the medical aspects of addiction, the impact on families, and the transformative power of recovery, with a musical interlude to reflect on the resilience of the human spirit.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardphastings

Connect with Jeff Michaelis:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-michaelis-820887177/

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction to Justice and Scrubs

00:03:28 - From Loving Medicine to Retiring

00:07:38 - Recognizing the Signs of a Problem

00:11:04 - Signs and Symptoms of a Problem

00:14:24 - The Accident and Rock Bottom

00:17:40 - The Shame of Addiction and Its Impact on Parents

00:20:59 - Genetic Component of Addiction

00:24:19 - Viewing the issue as a medical problem

00:27:19 - Accepting the Problem of Substance Use Disorder

00:30:44 - The Special Relationship Between Mother and Child

00:33:52 - The Danger of Fentanyl in Marijuana

00:37:28 - Insurance Denial and Appeals Process

00:40:48 - Fighting Insurance Companies: My Personal Experience

00:43:54 - The Journey to Recovery and Beyond

00:47:19 - The Making of "The Anonymous People"

00:50:51 - Treatment for Drug Addiction

00:54:20 - Music Interlude

Produced & Edited By:

https://www.creativeevolutionstudios.com/