‘I Know How Dark And Terrifying And Lonely It Is,’ Says Author Who Beat Opioid Addiction
May 8, 2020
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as posted by the channelMike says he has tried to quit drugs in the past but has not been able to stay clean. The former Marine claims he became addicted to painkillers in 2012 after back surgery and says his drug use has since escalated to other prescription medications as well as to street drugs.
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An expectant father and dad to a six-year-old, Mike says he would love to quit drugs for his daughter and unborn son, but, “I can’t get clean for anybody but me, and I know that.”
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On Friday’s episode, Dr. Phil introduces Mike to author and former “Details” magazine editor-in-chief, Dan Peres, who opens up about his experience with opioid dependency in his book, "As Needed for Pain: A Memoir of Addiction."
“I know how dark and terrifying and lonely it is. I really do,” Dan says to Mike.
Watch the video above to hear more of Dan’s story, and what he says motivated him to quit using and get clean for good.
And later, Dr. Phil refers Mike to BRC Recovery, an addiction treatment and recovery center specializing in the care of people who struggle with chronic relapse and those who are treatment-resistant. Will Mike agree to go? Watch Friday’s episode. to find out
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