S4 E4 - Understanding Substance Use with Charles Catchings

In this episode, Dr. Earl discussed research on COVID-19 and substance use. He is also joined by a special guest, Charles Catchings. Charles is an addictions counselor focusing on motivational interviewing and group therapy for adult clients dealing with alcohol and other drug difficulties in a private residential and outpatient environment. He is also the founder of The Barbershop Group, an advocacy organization for men’s health and wellness. This episode focused on the differences between substance use and misuse, the role of music on unhealthy substance use, and how masculinity norms impact coping among males. For help with seeking help, contact SAMHSA’s National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Guest: You can connect with Charles Catchings on Instagram at themindbarber. You can also learn more about The Barbershop Group on IG (@TheBarbershopGrp) and on YouTube at The Barbershop Group. Connect w/ Dr. Earl Turner on: Instagram: @thebreakdownwithdrearl Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBreakdownWithDrEarl/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/drearlturner Twitter: @DrEarlTurner Email: [email protected] Learn more about Dr. Earl on his website at: www.drerlangerturner.com/ Be sure to subscribe and share the comments on social media #TheBreakdownWithDrEarl. Listen to The Breakdown with Dr. Earl Podcast on SoundCloud, Spotify, and Apple Podcast! Access the article from Addictive Behaviors: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.addbeh.2020.106754 ------------- Music from The Free MusicArchive by Audiobinger (CC BY NC: http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Audiobinger/)