In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Noel Vest, an Assistant Professor at the Boston University School of Public Health. Drawing from his unique journey as a formerly incarcerated scholar, Dr. Vest is a dedicated advocate for social justice issues and public policy reform in the realm of substance use disorder recovery and prison reentry. Our conversation delves into the complexity of substance abuse disorders and the underlying mental health issues that drive addiction. We emphasize the critical need for effective prison re-entry prison re-entry programs and discuss the challenges individuals face upon rejoining society after incarceration. Our discussion shines a light on Dr. Vest's work in collegiate recovery programs, shedding light on the power of these initiatives as well as the importance of viewing them through the lens of implementation science. From public policy implications to the broader realm of social justice work, we uncover the threads that tie together his impactful research and advocacy efforts.
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