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Podcast: High Truths on Drugs and Addiction
Episode: Episode #134 High Truths on Drugs and Addiction with Dr. Miriam Delphin-Rittmon on SAMHSA
Description: SAMHSA, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration is charged with public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of our nation. This includes drug prevention and treatment programs.
Mental health and Addiction health very much overlap. Of the 20 million people who have a SUD about 50% also have mental illness. Of the 47.6 million adults with a mental illness about 20% also have an addiction.
Dr. Lev sits with Dr. Delphin-Rittmon on Zoom in a conversation.
Miriam E. Delphin-Rittmon, Ph.D. is currently Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use in the U.S. Department of Health and Hu...