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#YOULIVE 184 - Teen Mom OG Amber Portwood
#YOULIVE 184 - Teen Mom OG Amber Portwood
#YOULIVE 184 - Teen Mom OG Amber Portwood
Monday 13th May 2019
Amber Portwood shares her journey from addiction and spousal abuse to becoming an advocate and motivational speaker on This Life #YOULIVE with Dr. Drew.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Amber Portwood: From Teen Mom OG to Inspirational Advocate on This Life #YOULIVE with Dr. Drew
I was in a very abusive relationship and came close to getting myself killed, oh my gosh. It was so weird that I went through it for so long, but I had to figure out how to rebuild my life and everything was very hush-hush, they weren't spoken about, nobody knew about it.
What does it take to turn a life of chaos into one of purpose and advocacy? Amber Portwood, star of Teen Mom OG, has a story that might just surprise you. In this episode of 'This Life #YOULIVE with Dr. Drew', Amber opens up about her tumultuous journey through addiction and spousal abuse.
Joined by clinical addiction specialist Shelly Sprague, Amber discusses the pivotal moments that led her to turn herself into prison as a way out of her destructive lifestyle. Through therapy and various treatment methods, she managed to rebuild her life and is now a motivational speaker and advocate for better funding for addiction programs. The episode doesn't shy away from the tough topics.
Amber shares the impact of spousal abuse on her mental health and the daunting challenges of rebuilding her life. Dr. Drew’s wife, Susan, also chimes in with her own experiences of spousal abuse, adding another layer of depth to the conversation. This episode is a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of sharing stories to inspire others to seek help and overcome their struggles.
If you're looking for a dose of inspiration and real talk, this episode is a must-listen.