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The Science of Addiction

The Science of Addiction

  What causes some people to become addicted to drugs and what are we learning about the best ways to help those in need.

Host Keith Shortall speaks with:

Dr. Christina Holt, a family physician with Maine Medical Center and Research Director for Maine Med’s residency program; among her areas of interest are addiction services and rural health care.

Dr. David Lextercamp, a family practice physician with Seaport Community Health Center; he is also an author.

Dr. Mark Publicker, addiction specialist at the Mercy Recovery Center in Westbrook.

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