Dr. Charles Smith: Understanding the Science of Addiction

Dr. Charles Smith is a medical doctor now working in the addictions field who knows firsthand the pain, shame and grip of substance abuse.In 2009, the American Drug Enforcement Agency burst into his small town medical practice in West Virginia expecting to press criminal charges for writing 3000 fraudulent prescriptions for opiate pills a month. What they discovered was that Dr. Smith wasn’t reselling these pills on the street, he was taking them himself.Dr. Smith’s addiction began with with alcohol and later he became addicted to opioids which he used to ease hangovers.Fortunately, the DEA was the motivation Dr. Smith needed to find his way into treatment and to win the battle over his addictions.Dr. Charles Smith and Dr. Jason Hunt are co-authors of a book called “Know Science, No Stigma”. They are on a mission to destigmatize the phenomenon of addiction and to inspire the others to reach out for the support they need to find recovery.He is living proof that brains and bodies can heal even from extreme substance-abuse, and and that freedom and recovery are truly possible and worth it.Enjoyed this episode? We'd love to hear your thoughts—share your feedback with us here!Support the showFlorence's courses & coaching programs can be found at:www.FlorenceChristophers.comConnect with Florence on:FACEBOOK | TWITTER | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE