From Amsterdam to America: A Different Approach to Addiction Care

Follow the journey from Amsterdam to America and discover a different approach to addiction care. Learn about recovery, mental health, and overdose prevention. In this episode of "Reduce the Stigma," host Whitney explores the stark contrast between overdose deaths in the U.S. and the Netherlands. Joined by Wes and Savannah, students from the University of South Dakota, they discuss their eye-opening experiences studying addiction treatment policies in Amsterdam. They delve into the Netherlands' emphasis on harm reduction, the decriminalization of soft drugs, and the country's holistic approach to treating substance use disorders. The conversation highlights how these practices differ from the U.S. system and offers insights into potential improvements for American healthcare.