Mama Dukes (Lesha Cuttaia) and Frankie (Frankie Holmes)
Mama Dukes (Lesha Cuttaia) and Frankie (Frankie Holmes)
A MOTHERS FIGHT
A MOTHERS FIGHT
A MOTHERS FIGHT
Tuesday 29th November 2016
Kelly Mangold shares her journey of battling her son's addiction and turning grief into a mission to help others on 'Shattering the Stigma'.
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Mama Dukes (Lesha Cuttaia) and Frankie (Frankie Holmes)
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Stigma & Social Perspectives
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Financial Health in Recovery
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
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Get the buttons here!A Mother's Relentless Battle Against Addiction: Kelly Mangold's Story
Silence kills. I had a lot of support, but there were people that said: oh, that's their problem, that's their side of the town's problem, when really it's all of our problem.
Imagine the heartache of watching your child struggle with addiction, fighting every day to get them the help they need, only to face one hurdle after another. That's the reality Kelly Mangold lived through with her son, Kyle. In this episode of 'Shattering the Stigma', hosts Mama Dukes and Frankie sit down with Kelly to hear her poignant story of perseverance and loss. Kelly's journey is both heart-wrenching and inspiring.
Despite her tireless efforts, Kyle lost his battle with addiction at just 22 years old. Yet, Kelly didn't let grief silence her. Instead, she turned her pain into a mission to prevent other families from experiencing similar tragedies. Her message is clear: 'Silence kills'. Throughout the conversation, Kelly opens up about the countless obstacles she encountered while seeking help for Kyle.
From bureaucratic red tape to societal stigma, her story sheds light on the urgent need for better support systems for those battling addiction and their families. Mama Dukes and Frankie also delve into the work of the Buck Heroin Foundation, an organization dedicated to breaking down the stigma surrounding addiction and providing much-needed resources. They discuss how awareness and prevention are key to combating this epidemic. This episode isn't just about sharing a story; it's a call to action.
It emphasizes the importance of speaking out, supporting one another, and recognizing that addiction affects not just individuals but entire families. Kelly's unwavering fight serves as a powerful reminder that no one should have to face addiction alone. Tune in to hear Kelly's compelling narrative and learn how you can join the fight against addiction.