Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane
In The Grip: 30 Days Of Life After Getting The Call Every Parent Dreads, Fentanyl Overdose
In The Grip: 30 Days Of Life After Getting The Call Every Parent Dreads, Fentanyl Overdose
In The Grip: 30 Days Of Life After Getting The Call Every Parent Dreads, Fentanyl Overdose
Thursday 24th June 2021
Brenda Zane recounts her emotional journey through her son's fentanyl overdose, offering hope and resilience in 'Hopestream'.
106 minutes
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Brenda Zane
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!A Parent's Nightmare: Brenda Zane's Journey Through Her Son's Fentanyl Overdose
The mind can go a lot of places in an hour when you don't know what you're walking into, but you know there's a good chance your child isn't going to be alive when you finally get to your destination.
Imagine getting the call that every parent fears – your child has overdosed on fentanyl. Brenda Zane, the host of 'Hopestream', takes listeners through this harrowing experience in 'In The Grip'. This episode isn't just another story; it's a deeply personal account that plunges you into the chaos and heartache of those 30 days after her son’s overdose in 2017.
Brenda opens up about the emotional rollercoaster, from the panic of rushing to the hospital to the painstaking wait for signs of recovery. You’ll feel the weight of each moment as she navigates the healthcare system, grapples with her own fears, and clings to hope for her son's survival. What makes this episode stand out is Brenda’s raw honesty and vulnerability.
She doesn’t shy away from the gritty details, offering a window into the very real and often unseen struggles that families face in the midst of the opioid epidemic. Yet, amidst the pain and uncertainty, there's an underlying message of resilience and hope. Brenda’s story is not just about her son's battle with addiction but also about the strength it takes for families to support their loved ones through such dark times.
If you’re a parent dealing with a child’s substance use, or you know someone who is, this episode offers a sense of solidarity and a reminder that you’re not alone. It’s a powerful testament to the human spirit’s capacity to endure and find light even in the darkest of times.