Even with more treatment, more medication assisted treatment, and more prevention, we live in one of the most addicted times in history. Jeff and Eric take a deeper look at Bruce Alexander's Dislocation Theory of Addiction and how it can positively impact the opioid epidemic.

A discussion about prescription drugs in treating mental health disorders and addiction; the narrative being told versus the reality. Featuring special guests Robert Whitaker and Piers Kaniuka.

Robert Whitaker is a journalist and author of two books about the history of psychiatry, Mad in America and Anatomy of an Epidemic and is the founder of madinamerica.com.

For nearly twenty years Piers has worked as a counselor, program director and educator, utilizing spiritual, psychological and wellness practices to serve those suffering from addiction. Piers holds a Masters' Degrees in Counseling Psychology and Theological Studies and is currently the Director of Spiritual Life at Granite Recovery Centers.