Northampton prevention Coalition
Northampton prevention Coalition
Saving Her Son
Saving Her Son
Saving Her Son
Tuesday 10th July 2018
Maryann Eckert shares her emotional journey through her son's heroin addiction in 'NPC in the 413'. Listen for a story of resilience and hope.
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Get the buttons here!A Mother's Battle: Navigating Her Son's Heroin Addiction
I actually had a friend that had a son around the same time as Aaron was, was really bad in his addiction, who actually died, and she kept on enabling him and enabling him, and I did too in the beginning, but then I realized that if I don't do something, he's going to die.
Maryann Eckert never envisioned that her son Aaron would fall into the grip of heroin addiction. In this heart-wrenching episode of 'NPC in the 413', Maryann opens up about her family's journey through Aaron's struggle with addiction. From his hyperactive childhood to the shocking realization of his drug use, Maryann recounts the rollercoaster of emotions and challenges she faced. Doctors initially dismissed her concerns about Aaron's impulsivity, leaving her unprepared for the battle ahead.
Maryann's candid narrative highlights the importance of communication between parents and children, the hidden dangers of prescription drugs, and the often-overlooked struggles families face when seeking help for addiction. This episode serves as a powerful reminder that addiction doesn't discriminate and that perseverance and support are crucial in overcoming it. Join Maryann as she shares her story of resilience, hope, and the ongoing fight to save her son.