Sicker Than Most
Sicker Than Most
S.2Ep.6 Tami talks about her journey through her sons addiction/recovery and her view on addiction and treatment
S.2Ep.6 Tami talks about her journey through her sons addiction/recovery and her view on addiction and treatment
S.2Ep.6 Tami talks about her journey through her sons addiction/recovery and her view on addiction and treatment
Saturday 28th November 2020
Tami discusses her son's heroin addiction, the challenges in finding help, and her views on addiction treatment in this heartfelt episode of 'Sicker Than Most'.
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63 minutes
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!A Mother's Fight: Tami's Story of Addiction and Recovery
I do look at Portugal as a model and I am kind of watching to see how they've completely revamped their approach on addiction, and it's working.
Imagine watching your child struggle with heroin addiction, feeling helpless and desperate to find a way to save them. In this episode of 'Sicker Than Most', Tami opens up about her emotional journey through her son's addiction and recovery. She recounts the relentless efforts she made to get him the help he needed, and the many obstacles she faced along the way.
Tami also shares her thoughts on addiction treatment, including the importance of harm reduction and how other countries, like Portugal, have made significant strides in helping addicts recover. Her story doesn't end with her son's recovery; it evolves into a passion for helping others battling addiction. Tami now works at a treatment facility, dedicating her life to supporting those in need.
This episode is a raw and heartfelt exploration of the impact of addiction on families, the cultural stigmas that surround it, and the power of resilience and support. It's a must-listen for anyone affected by addiction, whether directly or through a loved one.