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This Life 90 #YOULIVE: Teen Mom OG Amber Portwood
This Life 90 #YOULIVE: Teen Mom OG Amber Portwood
This Life 90 #YOULIVE: Teen Mom OG Amber Portwood
Monday 17th July 2017
Amber Portwood discusses life after her breakup, addiction struggles, and teenage parenting on 'This Life #YOULIVE' with Dr. Drew and Mike Catherwood.
52 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
Body & Mind
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Get the buttons here!Amber Portwood Opens Up About Life, Addiction, and Parenting on This Life #YOULIVE
I just want everybody to be happy and move forward and just be the woman that they're supposed to be.
Ever wondered what it's like to grow up in the public eye and battle addiction? In this episode of 'This Life #YOULIVE', Dr. Drew Pinsky and co-host Mike Catherwood sit down with Amber Portwood, star of 'Teen Mom OG'. Amber doesn't hold back as she shares her journey through a tumultuous breakup with Matt Baier, her struggles with addiction, and the ups and downs of parenting as a teenager.
She talks about her addiction to fentanyl patches, revealing how it led her to desperate actions during her legal troubles. Amber also reflects on how reality TV has impacted her life and the importance of having a support system. One particularly touching moment is when she discusses how just one supportive adult can change a child's life for the better. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Drew and Mike create a compassionate environment, allowing Amber to speak openly about her experiences.
This episode offers a raw and honest look into the challenges of addiction, the pressures of reality television, and the resilience required to overcome personal struggles. If you're interested in understanding more about addiction recovery and the realities of teenage parenting, this episode is a must-listen.