Episode 1: Substance Questions, Real Answers | Carolina Center for Recovery Addiction Blog

In this first episode of The Behavioral Health Answers Podcast, we answer some of the most common — and often misunderstood — questions people have about substances, addiction, and recovery. Drawing from educational insights featured on the Carolina Center for Recovery Addiction Blog, this episode focuses on clarity, awareness, and the path forward.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why alcohol intoxication affects everyone differently
• How body weight, food, tolerance, and metabolism influence drinking
• How long cannabis can be detected — and why it depends on the type of drug test
• The real dangers of prescription opioids like hydrocodone and oxycodone
• How drug slang terms can hide extremely dangerous substances
• What “sherm,” “wet,” and similar terms actually mean
• Why recovery is about more than stopping substance use
• How structured programs like the 12-step model support accountability and growth
• What it means to begin building a life worth living

This episode is designed to replace confusion with understanding and highlight that recovery is a deeply personal journey — one focused on creating a meaningful, purposeful life.

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or addiction treatment advice.