#117 Harm Reduction Defined

Addictions case manager and former addict Jean-Paul (JP) Michael provides a brief overview of harm reduction as it pertains to addiction care for individuals that use substances. Additionally, he covers the 6 principles of harm reduction: 1. Humanism 2. Pragmatism 3. Individualism 4. Autonomy 5. Incrementalism 6. Accountability without termination *[ Harm reduction principles for healthcare settings Mary Hawk, Robert W. S. Coulter, James E. Egan, Stuart Fisk, M. Reuel Friedman, Monique Tula & Suzanne Kinsky Harm Reduction Journal volume 14, Article number: 70 (2017)] https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/health-wellness-care/health-programs-advice/services-provided-by-the-works/ JP would like to acknowledge some of the amazing mentors he has had in the field of harm reduction: Nicole Kirwan, Nadia Wali, Dr. Alex Caudarella, Dr. Wiplove Lamba, Dr. Tim Guimond, and Dr. Erin Lurie. Captain Hooked Featuring addiction psychiatrist Dr. Wiplove (Wip) Lamba, addictions case manager and former addict Jean-Paul (JP) Michael, along with their guests discuss all things related to substance use, addiction, addiction medicine, psychotherapy, harm reduction, treatment and recovery. Wip and JP share their motivation, curiosity, and passion for their craft. JP works on a daily basis in a renown inner city hospital in Canada's largest city. This work is separate from Wiplove’s clinical and academic work. The content should not be taken as direct medical advice or clinical instruction. #Lived experience #PWID #addiction #recovery #Captainhooked #wiplove lamba #jean-paul michael #addiction medicine #Humanism #Pragmatism #Individualism #Incrementalism #Harm reduction #SIS, #naloxone #clean needles