Susan Baldrige and Zerubabbel Asfaw
Susan.baldrige@lanchc.org (Susan Baldrige and Zerubabbel Asfaw, Der Spiegel, Erica Artman, Erica Coulter M.D, Sam Quinones, James Ivery, Mike Furst, Brandon Artman, Amy Artman)
Love More II
Love More II
Love More II
Wednesday 16th October 2019
Brandon Artman's opioid addiction journey highlights the roles of faith and family support in recovery. Hear personal stories and insights on 'Jonesing'.
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29 minutes
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
Encouraging
Authentic
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Author:
Susan Baldrige and Zerubabbel Asfaw
Overview:
Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Faith and Family: Brandon Artman's Battle with Opioid Addiction
With his faith, his support from his parents, wife and son, Brandon had all the motivation to get clean.
Brandon Artman's journey from a high school football star to battling opioid addiction is nothing short of harrowing. In this episode of 'Jonesing', listeners are taken through the heart-wrenching story of how a simple prescription for painkillers spiraled into a full-blown addiction to heroin. Brandon's family is caught in the crossfire, desperately seeking the right treatment to help him reclaim his life.
His parents, wife, and son become pillars of support, but it's faith that ultimately plays a pivotal role in his recovery. The episode doesn't shy away from the grim realities of addiction, including the devastating impact of fatal overdoses. Yet, it also offers glimmers of hope, showing how faith and family can be powerful forces in the battle against addiction.
Adding another layer to the narrative, Jay shares his own recovery story, providing a broader perspective on the different paths people take to sobriety. Music by Brandon Lord serves as a healing balm, underscoring the emotional highs and lows of this journey. Tune in to hear these compelling stories and gain insight into the complexities of opioid addiction and recovery.