Patricia A. Roos on Surviving Her Son Alex & Recovery Advocacy | The Way Out Podcast Episode 404Patricia A. Roos on Surviving Her Son Alex & Recovery Advocacy | The Way Out Podcast Episode 404
The Way Out | A Sobriety & Recovery Podcast
Patricia A. Roos shares her journey through the loss of her son Alex to heroin addiction and her advocacy for diverse recovery pathways.
1:45:09•1 Jul 2024
Patricia A. Roos on Love, Loss, and Recovery Advocacy
Episode Overview
- Patricia A. Roos shares her journey through the loss of her son Alex to heroin addiction.
- Her book, 'Surviving Alex', aims to provide comfort and understanding to those facing similar struggles.
- Pat highlights the importance of diverse recovery pathways beyond traditional 12-step programs.
- She discusses her involvement with Mobilized Recovery and its impact on her advocacy work.
- The episode underscores the need for compassion and understanding in addressing addiction as a public health issue.
“You don't get over it you just get used to the idea that you won't get over it”
In this heartfelt episode of The Way Out, Patricia A. Roos shares her poignant journey through the loss of her son Alex to heroin addiction and her advocacy for recovery. Patricia, who goes by Pat, opens up about her experiences and the profound impact Alex's addiction and death have had on her life and that of her family.
She discusses her book, 'Surviving Alex: A Mother’s Story of Love, Loss, and Addiction', which aims to provide solace and understanding to others facing similar struggles. Pat also highlights her involvement with Mobilized Recovery, a community she deeply resonates with, and her commitment to promoting harm reduction and multiple pathways to recovery. The conversation delves into the challenges of finding suitable treatment options for Alex during his addiction, emphasising the need for diverse recovery approaches beyond the traditional 12-step programs.
Pat's reflections are both touching and informative, offering hope and practical advice for those affected by addiction. Her advocacy work underscores the importance of compassion and understanding in addressing addiction as a public health issue rather than a criminal one. This episode is a testament to the resilience of those affected by addiction and the power of sharing personal stories to foster healing and support within the recovery community.
Don't miss this moving discussion that sheds light on the complexities of addiction and the enduring love of a mother fighting for change.
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