Quick Nick
Quick Nick
2. Poison IV
2. Poison IV
2. Poison IV
Friday 11th June 2021
Hear an anonymous caller's story on high-functioning addiction in 'Addicts In The Dark'. Challenge stereotypes and uncover hidden struggles.
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35 minutes
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Quick Nick
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Breaking the Mold: High-Functioning Addiction Unveiled
I used to be really extroverted and I used to be really outgoing and very neat people, and you know, out at a bar or whatever, I used to be very extroverted. And because of that functionality I wouldn't say you're the typical meth addict. That's asinine, yeah, and, as you kind of touched on earlier, that disenfranchises people even more and gives them no choice but to go back to the life they came from.
Ever think that addiction only looks like rock-bottom moments? Think again. In this gripping episode of 'Addicts In The Dark', an anonymous caller shatters the stereotypes by sharing their experience as a high-functioning addict. Hosted by Quick Nick, this hour-long conversation dives deep into the complexities of addiction that often go unnoticed. The caller sheds light on how methamphetamine addiction can be hidden behind the facade of daily routines and responsibilities.
They discuss the different tiers of drugs and how these levels can lead to increasingly severe consequences. But it’s not just about the struggle; it’s about resilience too. After hitting a legal and personal low, the caller’s journey through recovery offers a beacon of hope. They talk candidly about the disenfranchisement that addicts face and how it can pull them back into old habits.
This episode is a raw, eye-opening look at the realities of addiction, challenging what we think we know and offering a glimpse into the lives of those who are fighting battles we might never see.