https://www.nbcnews.com/video/recovering-meth-addicts-share-stories-of-recovery-980766275941
I interview Hannah she works at Jana Briggs counseling, she’s a consoler who’s worked with many addicts.
- What made you want to educate yourself and others about the dangers of drugs? – I got an internship at a treatment facility.
- Specifically, what’s your experience with meth abuse in Colorado? – I have not worked with meth abuse in Colorado but worked for over 2 years in Missouri. I have worked with people in recovery in Colorado.
- How would you say meth is different from another other drug especially when it comes to teenagers? – Meth is different than another drug like cannabis or nicotine because it takes a different path to addiction. It is not something that you intend to do necessarily and is really hard to come down from. Not that any drug is recommended.
- Why is it so popular? – Some people do it for fun, others escalate to doing it. It is cheaper to produce and buy. Generally it is believed to be a great escape when life is hard or when you are trying to rebel. It sneaks up on you. Also it has a fast absorption rate so you feel the effects quickly.
- When working with people with addiction what’s your goal?– To help them find new coping skills, resolve past issues, and find a new spark for the future without their drug of choice.