As parents who saw firsthand how the criminal justice system has treated drug users, they have used their experience to make change—from communities to the policy level.
Tag: families and addiction
R&B Singer Mario Addresses Mother's Addiction in New Video
Mario hopes the video and song will provide support for those that may be experiencing a similar situation with a loved one.
Dwyane Wade's Mom Pays Tribute To Son For Loyalty During Addiction Battle
In a commercial marking his career achievements, Wade’s mother thanks her son for never giving up on her when she was in active addiction.
Parents Of Opioid Epidemic Named Citizens Of The Year
A New Hampshire paper has named the “parents of the addiction crisis” as the citizens of the year for 2018. In New Hampshire last year, 437 people died of drug overdoses, a significant number in the small state. Many of them were young adults who left behind parents who were unable to save them, despite… Continue reading Parents Of Opioid Epidemic Named Citizens Of The Year
Support Group Helps Mothers Affected By Opioid Crisis
“Families that are battling this disease, we suffer in silence. The fact that we can have love and kindness from somebody makes a world of difference.” For families affected by opioid use disorder, support groups can be their only outlet. More have cropped up amid the national epidemic of chronic opioid use and death, allowing… Continue reading Support Group Helps Mothers Affected By Opioid Crisis
