1290: The Homeless Crisis With Dr. Drew

In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Dr. Drew Pinskey about the homelessness crisis and the coronavirus.  How bad is the homeless issue in California? (3:31) What are the harms that we are seeing from this epidemic? (7:33) The call for psychiatric care for people on the streets with mental illnesses. (11:10) Busting the myth of the housing issue in California. (13:21) Has he seen any change in public policy when it comes to this issue? (16:25) Tackling the puzzle of the effect of the coronavirus on the homeless population. (18:46) How being sheltered in place may be causing more harm than good. (21:10) How can we, as citizens, help with the homeless situation today? (27:55) The Mind Pump crew expressing their frustration on the homeless crisis. (30:37) Featured Guest/People Mentioned Dr. Drew Pinsky (@drdrewpinsky)  Instagram Dr. Drew Pinsky Website Dr. Ben & Candy Carson (@realbencarson)  Instagram Related Links/Products Mentioned May Promotion: MAPS Starter ½ off! **Promo code “STARTER50” at checkout** Special Promotion: MAPS Anywhere ½ off!! **Code “WHITE50” at checkout** Special Promotion (Ends 11:59pm PST 5/11/20): NO BS 6-Pack Abs ½ off! **Promo code “NOBS50” at checkout How Prop. 47 Fueled the Homeless Epidemic California’s dangerous trifecta: AB109, Prop. 57 and Prop. 47 Anosognosia | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness Community Mental Health Act The Problems with the IMD Exclusion - AAF San Francisco gives free drugs, alcohol to homeless quarantining in hotels Why Homelessness and Mental Illness Affects Everyone The New York Times: Obesity Associated with Severe Coronavirus Disease, Especially in Young Adults Mind Pump Free Resources