Do What You Can Live With: Navigating Through Addiction and Recovery

• Brooke and Brandi Interview: 15 months sober

  In this episode, Brandi Mac interviews her daughter Brooke, who is now 15 months sober.  They discuss Brooke's journey through addiction, the impact of drug use on  family relationships and the challenges of medicated assisted treatment. The conversation highlights the importance of appropriate dosing in recovery, the emotional turmoil of addiction, and the lessons learned in healing and rebuilding relationships.      00:00 Introduction and Background on Sobriety 03:00 The Journey of Addiction: Drugs of Choice 05:17 Understanding Fentanyl: The Hidden Dangers 08:04 Impact of Drug Use on Family Relationships 11:02 The Struggles of Recovery and Healing 1 3:47 Medicated Assisted Treatment: A New Perspective 1 9:57 The Importance of Proper Dosing in Treatment 34:22 Navigating Detox and Medication Management 37:01 Experiences in Treatment Facilities 40:55 Therapeutic Approaches and Their Impact 45:50 Finding Connection Amidst Isolation 49:07 Challenges of Reintegration After Treatment 49:15 Lessons Learned in Sobriety 55:52 Supporting Loved Ones Struggling with Addiction   To contact Brandi Mac you can email: [email protected]

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• Harm Reduction: Healthcare Stigma and MAT discussion with Taylor Nichols, MD

  Summary Brandi Mac (Host) is an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, and mother of an adult child in recovery from substance use disorder.  Dr. Taylor Nichols, a certified addiction physician and ER doctor, discusses his journey from working in the emergency department to specializing in addiction medicine. He shares his experiences of seeing the broken healthcare system and the harm it causes to people who use drugs. Dr. Nichols emphasizes the importance of harm reduction and reducing stigma in healthcare. He also addresses misconceptions about medications like Suboxone and buprenorphine and provides insights into managing pain in patients with opioid use disorder. In this part of the conversation, Dr. Taylor Nichols discusses the process of tapering off opioids, specifically focusing on the use of buprenorphine and the medications Sublicade and Brixadi.  He explains how buprenorphine works to replace opioids in the brain and reduce withdrawal symptoms. Dr. Nichols also discusses the challenges of tapering off fentanyl and the importance of finding the right dose of buprenorphine to effectively manage withdrawal. She highlights the Bernese method as an alternative approach to tapering and explains the differences between Sublicade and Brixadi. Additionally, Dr. Nichols addresses the concerns of families and loved ones of individuals with substance use disorder, emphasizing the importance of supporting the individual's goals and providing them with evidence-based treatment options. Dr. Nichols TikTok: Click Here Dr. Nichols Website: Click Here Recovery Reform Podcast by Dr. Nichols and McCauley Sexton: Click Here Recovery Reform YouTube Channel: Click Here Article: Naloxone to Buprenorphine Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:46 Harm Reduction and Stigma 10:38 Respecting Autonomy and Challenging Stigma 14:46 Debunking Misconceptions about Naloxone and Buprenorphine 18:23 Physician Fear and the Opioid Crackdown 25:16 The Functionality of Naloxone in Suboxone 32:54 The Ceiling Effect of Buprenorphine 36:26 Managing Pain in Patients with Opioid Use Disorder 38:25 Understanding the Role of Buprenorphine 41:21 Managing Withdrawal Symptoms 44:04 Long-Acting Injectable Buprenorphine 50:43 Comparing Sublicade and Brixadi 55:27 Supporting Individuals and Families 01:02:16 Empowering Individuals to Make Decisions

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• The impact of Sobriety On Family Dynamics

  Summary Brandi Mac discusses her journey as a mother of a child with substance use disorder and her own healing process. She talks about the challenges of navigating her daughter's recovery and the impact it has had on their relationship. Brandi also shares her experience with perimenopause and the importance of addressing hormonal imbalances. She emphasizes the need for families to take ownership of their role in addiction and the importance of therapy and self-care. Takeaways Loving someone with substance use disorder is incredibly challenging and requires ongoing support and understanding. Healing and rebuilding trust in the family after addiction takes time and effort from all members. Addressing hormonal imbalances, such as those experienced during perimenopause, can have a significant impact on mental health and overall well-being. Families need to take ownership of their role in addiction and work on their own healing and growth. Therapy and self-care are essential for both individuals struggling with addiction and their loved ones.   Resources are available on my website : Resources Here TikTok: The_original_brandi_mac Email: [email protected]

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• Happy New Year! Meet Brooke Part 2

  Happy New Year everyone! Brooke and I figured we would start 2024 off with part 2 of her interview. This episode goes more into what happened in Maryland especially concerning her medicated assisted treatment and much more. All of the questions came from followers on social media. The next episode we will be discussing sex trafficking.  Email us @ [email protected] Resources and website https://www.brandimac.com/  

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• Meet My Daughter Brooke...Interview Part 1

  This podcast is raw and real. My daughter came home one week ago to detox and together we made the decision to restart her medicated assisted treatment. This will likely be several parts and a great way to end 2023. Brooke and I want to wish each of you and your family's a very Happy Holiday.  Thank you for sticking around.    https://www.brandimac.com/      

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