Lisa Carole Cude
Lisa Carole Cude
Peytons Story - STOP the STIGMA!
Peytons Story - STOP the STIGMA!
Peytons Story - STOP the STIGMA!
Wednesday 26th February 2025
Kelly shares her son Peyton's battle with cancer, addiction, and the urgent need to stop the stigma surrounding substance use disorders.
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Lisa Carole Cude
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Policy & Advocacy
Sobriety Success Stories
Financial Health in Recovery
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
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Get the buttons here!Peyton's Story: A Mother's Plea to Stop the Stigma
Episode Overview
- Peyton's cancer diagnosis and treatment led to severe pain and opioid prescriptions.
- The pain medication sparked an opioid addiction that ultimately led to fentanyl poisoning.
- Kelly emphasises the importance of stopping the stigma surrounding addiction.
- The episode highlights the need for better education and support systems for families.
- A call to action for empathy and understanding towards those battling substance use disorders.
Momma, all I want is a normal life
In this heart-wrenching episode of 'Fatal Facts of Fentanyl', host Lisa Carole Cude sits down with Kelly, the mother of Peyton, to share his tragic journey. Peyton's story is a powerful reminder of how quickly life can change. Diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma at just 16, Peyton endured extensive treatments and surgeries that led to severe pain and a hip replacement by 19.
The pain medications prescribed during his treatment sparked an opioid addiction that ultimately led to his untimely death from fentanyl poisoning. Kelly bravely recounts Peyton's struggle with addiction, the challenges of managing his pain, and the devastating impact of stigma on those battling substance use disorders. This episode is a call to action for compassion and understanding, urging us all to stop the stigma surrounding addiction.
Kelly's honesty and transparency shed light on the harsh realities faced by many families, emphasising the need for better education and support systems. Her story is a poignant reminder that addiction can affect anyone, and it’s crucial to address this crisis with empathy and urgency. Don't miss this powerful episode that aims to educate, inspire, and bring about change.
Listen to Kelly’s heartfelt account and understand why stopping the stigma is more important than ever.