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Exploring the dark side of substance abuse with Cameron Jackson
Exploring the dark side of substance abuse with Cameron Jackson
Exploring the dark side of substance abuse with Cameron Jackson
Tuesday 18th January 2022
Cameron Jackson discusses his journey from early substance use to recovery with Casey Scott and Dr. Matt Woolley on 'Project Recovery'.
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Get the buttons here!Cameron Jackson's Journey: From Cigarettes to Recovery
Addiction doesn't discriminate, and those were the kind of the two faces of addiction that most of us grew up with.
Ever wondered how a single cigarette can set off a chain reaction leading to years of substance abuse? Cameron Jackson knows this story all too well. In this episode of 'Project Recovery', Cameron, the host of 'The Other Side of Hell' podcast, joins Casey Scott and Dr. Matt Woolley to share his gripping tale.
Starting with a cigarette at twelve, Cameron's story takes us through his on-and-off relationship with marijuana and his descent into pain pill addiction, justified by a back injury. His candid recounting of how his substance abuse infiltrated every corner of his life is both eye-opening and heart-wrenching. Cameron opens up about the moment he realized he was in trouble after trying to quit, highlighting the insidious nature of addiction.
He talks about the pivotal role his older brother played in his decision to seek help and his mindset as he entered rehab. Throughout the episode, Cameron emphasizes the importance of humility in recovery and dispels common misconceptions about addiction and recovery. His story is a powerful reminder of the significance of community and support in the recovery journey.
If you're looking for a raw and honest account of battling addiction and finding the path to recovery, this episode is a must-listen.