Behavioral Health Spotlight Podcast

In this episode of the Spotlight Podcast, Jim discusses Michigan's Proposal 1, something Michigan voters will be voting on on November 6. He discusses the various sides of this issue, and encourages everyone to educate themselves and go out and vote next month.

In this episode off the ADE Spotlight Podcast, Jim talks to Nikki McCarthy about her organization, Sam's Fans, and the impact music therapy has had on her and her family's lives.

In this short podcast, Jim discusses changes in legislation discussed in a previous episode with Judge Linda Davis. He also discusses how these changes may affect the opioid epidemic.

In this episode of the Spotlight Podcast, Jim talks to Natalie Polakowski about her experiences as an Art Therapist, as well as what art therapy is and how it may work.

A discussion regarding the legalization of marijuana in Canada and how it relates to us here in the United States. Conversations with Allen Barger and Dave Cruickshank, both with varying opinions on the topic.

In this episode of the ADE Spotlight Podcast, Jim Haggerty and Judge Linda Davis of the 41st District Court in Michigan discuss the opioid epidemic, her work with drug courts, and Families Against Narcotics and Hope Not Handcuffs. Learn more about these two organizations here: https://www.familiesagainstnarcotics.org

In this brief podcast, Jim discusses the future of the ADE Spotlight Podcast, podcast guests to look forward to in the near future, as well as about the "opioid epidemic" in America and some of his opinions on it.

In this episode, Jim has a conversation with Amy Hostinsky, the lead clinician for OnSite Substance Abuse Testing and New Frontier Counseling

In this episode of the ADE Spotlight Podcast, Jim Haggerty speaks with Allan Barger, a Research Analyst with Prevention Research Institute about both Medical and Recreational Cannabis. Mr. Barger provides clarity about just what Medical Marijuana entails, provides valuable information about what the research can tell us, and helps address some of the misconceptions about cannabis use. A voice of reason in the midst of a topic that can be controversial, Mr. Barger provides information based on facts and science that will be helpful to the listener.

In this episode of the ADE Spotlight Podcast, Jim discusses the current opioid epidemic with a member of the Michigan House of Representatives, Joe Bellino.

In this episode of the ADE Spotlight podcast, Jim talks with Sharon, a breast cancer survivor who has been cancer-free for 3 years. Listen to her discuss the steps she went through, from her first mammogram that detected the cancer to where she is today.

In this podcast, Jim discusses medical marijuana legalization with Village Council member of Holly, Michigan, Dave Cruickshank.

Jim Haggerty discusses natural medicine (also known as alternative medicine, complimentary medicine, Chinese medicine) with Jamie Szybala, a Licensed Acupuncturist. They discuss the stigma of the practice, as well as how it can help various people with many ailments, including substance use.

In this episode, Jim Haggerty discusses DUI and DWI laws with Michigan lawyer, Steven Shelton. They also discuss the changing law environment with emerging marijuana laws and how that may effect law enforcement.

ADE Spotlight talks with someone who adopted 3 children from Russia, all suffering from the effects of fetal alcohol syndrome to varying degrees.