Sunday Speaks with Carol Morris - Parent Member Month!Sunday Speaks with Carol Morris - Parent Member Month!
Rise and Recover
Carol Morris shares her heartbreaking yet hopeful journey through losing five children to overdose and advocating for better addiction support.
20:52•27 Apr 2024
Carol Morris: A Mother's Battle Against Addiction and Advocacy for Change
Episode Overview
- Carol Morris, a parent member, shares her heartbreaking journey of losing five children to drugs
- Discussion on the persistent stigma surrounding addiction and the challenges faced in treatment clinics
- Exploration of the potential benefits of a once-a-week methadone pill and ultrasound therapy for addiction
- Insights into the housing crisis, job obstacles, and the justice system's impact on recovery
- Importance of creating a supportive environment to combat drug abuse and encourage recovery
“We just need to keep encouraging people to say no. But thank you for having me.”
What happens when a parent loses not one, but five children to drug overdose? Carol Morris knows this pain all too well. In this heart-wrenching episode of 'Rise and Recover', Carol sits down with Nancy and Kathy to share her devastating journey through the labyrinth of addiction and loss. Carol's story isn't just about tragedy, though; it's about resilience and the urgent need for awareness and advocacy in the fight against drug addiction.
She dives into her experiences with treatment clinics, discussing the potential of a once-a-week methadone pill and innovative treatments like ultrasound therapy. But Carol doesn't stop there. She also brings to light the broader issues that often go hand-in-hand with addiction—housing instability, lack of job opportunities, and the justice system's shortcomings. Her insights are not just personal but also a call to action for better support systems and compassionate approaches to recovery.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction, whether directly or through a loved one. Carol's candidness and strength offer a beacon of hope and a powerful reminder of why advocacy is crucial in saving lives.
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