The Addiction Psychologist

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Drs. Noah Emery and Samuel Acuff interview researchers, clinicians, and policymakers in the field of addiction psychology with the hopes of enhancing recovery. Official podcast of the Society for Addiction Psychology.
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Dr. David Rudd - Suicide and Substance Use
Episode 64
Monday, 8 September, 2025

Death by suicide has increased in recent decades, propelling it to the 11th leading cause of death in the United States. Substance use is common among people at risk for suicide and is often involved during suicide attempts. In this episode, Dr. David Rudd talks with us about suicide, it's overlap with substance use, and current clinical best practice for managing suicidal thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Dr. Rudd is a Distinguished University Professor of Psychology, the Director of the Rudd Institute for Veteran and Military Suicide Prevention, and President Emeritus at The University of Memphis.