Today’s episode focuses on stigma surrounding addiction, the language we use when talking about those facing addiction and our guest Rachel Shuster shares her personal story. Rachel, a lifelong Butlerite, person in long-term recovery from opioid use disorder, and a Certified Addictions Registered Nurse. Rachel brings a unique perspective as a behaviorial health professional with lived AND living experience of overcoming challenges with both substance use and mental health.
*This episode shares a personal story of drug use, overdose and recovery. Listener discretion is advised.
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https://www.recoveryanswers.org
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