Bill’s Story Continued P4: I’m offered Heroin after the pills. From smoking to injecting it, it’s not enough. I find Fentanyl. (Season 2 Episode 4)

Bill’s Story Continued P4: I’m offered Heroin after the pills. From smoking to injecting it, it’s not enough. I find Fentanyl. (Season 2 Episode 4)

How does someone go from taking pain pills to using Fentanyl? In this gripping episode of 'Facing Fentanyl', Bill opens up about his harrowing journey through addiction. Starting with prescription painkillers, Bill's story quickly escalates as he finds himself surrounded by new faces and darker choices. Heroin becomes the next step, a cheaper and stronger alternative that leads him from smoking to injecting. But even that isn't enough, and soon, Fentanyl enters the picture, changing everything.

Bill's narrative is a raw and powerful account of the descent into substance use disorder, offering a window into the confusion and desperation that often accompany addiction. The episode doesn't just highlight the grim realities; it also points towards hope and recovery. With mentions of La Jolla Recovery, an evidence-based treatment center in San Diego, listeners are reminded that help is available. Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable insights and resources.

Tune in to hear Bill's story and understand the biological impacts of Fentanyl, as well as the options for overcoming addiction.