Jim Murphy

Jim Murphy, a psychology professor from the University of Memphis, dives into the complex world of substance use disorders. He discusses how environmental factors influence drinking patterns and critiques the abstinence model for problem drinkers. Exploring binge drinking among young adults, he highlights the effectiveness of Motivational Interviewing in treatment. The conversation also touches on the role of social interactions in alcohol use, differentiates between college and non-college drinking patterns, and emphasizes values-based activities as a strategy to curb problem drinking.