174 – Misconceptions about Sexual Compulsivity
Dr. Sandra Morgan and Dave Stachowiak talk to Dr. Sibylle Georgianna about sexual compulsivity and discuss common misconceptions. Key Points Even if there is a lack of consensus on how to define problematic behaviors, sexual compulsion needs to be taken seriously. Even if free will exists, the complexity of the impact on (drug induced) addiction…
173 – Harmony Dust talks about Survivor Leadership
Dr. Sandra Morgan and Dave Stachowiak talk again to Harmony Dust about her book Scars and Stilettos and the work she is doing with Treasures, a Los Angeles, CA, based outreach and support group for women in the sex industry. Key Points The commercial sex industry is ANYWHERE sex is being bought or sold, including…
172 – Adverse Childhood Experiences and Building Resilience
Dr. Sandra Morgan and Dave Stachowiak discuss the effects adverse childhood experiences can have on a person’s entire life. They also share tools that can be used to measure the impact these experiences can have and also the factors that influence a person’s resilience. Key Points Childhood experiences are predictors of future health. People self-medicate…
171 – Dr. Hilary Chester and the USCCB Anti-Trafficking Program
Dr. Sandra Morgan and Dave Stachowiak talk to Dr. Hilary Chester about the work she is doing with the Catholic church to fight human trafficking, including long-term care and working with less visible victims like offshore fisherman. Resources Coalition of Catholic Organizations Against Human Trafficking Christian Organizations Against Trafficking 17: California Transparency in Supply Chains…
170 – Chad Napier: Drug Trends and Risk in Our Communities
Dr. Sandie Morgan and Dave Stachowiak talk to Chad Napier about the devastating impact drug use has had in his community and the dangers of synthetic drugs. Key Points West Virginia leads the nation in drug overdose National average is 19.8 per 100,000 but West Virginia is 52 per 100,000 Babies with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome…
169 – Dr. Jodi Quas: Communicating with Child Victims of Trauma
Dr. Sandra Morgan and Dave Stachowiak talk to Dr. Jodi Quas about children dealing with chronic stress. When helping children who are under chronic stress, we need to realize that many of their behavioral problems are symptoms of the stress, not just because they are poorly disciplined. Key Points Acute stress is normal, and humans…