This mental health awareness month, Dr. Nora Volkow, director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse, returns to HealthCast to discuss the latest research and understanding of public mental health and substance abuse initiatives. This includes the importance of early detection, targeting underserved populations and removing the stigma on seeking help.
HealthCast
Season 2
Episode 20
27m listen
NIDA Director Talks Mental Health
Increasing communication and awareness are key to combatting drug abuse that often relate to mental health issues.
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Dr. Nora Volkow Director National Institute on Drug Abuse
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