Stephan Neff
Stephan Neff
144 Maureen Cavanagh - An in-depth look into the American opioid crisis
144 Maureen Cavanagh - An in-depth look into the American opioid crisis
144 Maureen Cavanagh - An in-depth look into the American opioid crisis
Sunday 16th May 2021
Maureen Cavanagh discusses her daughter's heroin addiction and her advocacy work in addressing the American opioid crisis on 'Steps to Sobriety'.
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Get the buttons here!Maureen Cavanagh: A Mother’s Fight Against the Opioid Crisis
But either way, this is going to happen, because that's what it just takes a couple of really good places or good treatment centers and good people to turn the tide, because once one does it, they will have to follow scary, scary.
Imagine discovering your child is battling a heroin addiction. That was the harsh reality for Maureen Cavanagh in 2014 when she found out her daughter, Katie, was ensnared by heroin. Despite her background as an educator and her own family's struggles with addiction, Maureen missed the signs. As Katie's addiction deepened, Maureen found herself without the support she desperately needed. Determined to fill this void, she became the very advocate she wished she'd had.
Now, as the President of Magnolia New Beginnings and Magnolia Recovery and Consulting Services, Maureen is on a mission to provide support and education to families facing similar battles. In this gripping episode of 'Steps to Sobriety', host Stephan Neff dives into Maureen’s personal journey and her work in addressing the American opioid crisis. They discuss how trauma often fuels addiction and why understanding addiction as a disease is crucial for recovery.
Maureen shares her insights on the importance of family education and support, offering hope and practical advice for those affected by addiction. Her story is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, not just for individuals but for entire families. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of addiction and the vital role of family support in the recovery process.