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Personal Testimonies on Opioid Addiction Recovery

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Replacing Addiction with Love

After the birth of her second son, Yvette overcame opioid addiction and found healing.

Overcoming Trauma and Finding Strength to Fight

Her kids were removed from her care as a result of her substance use disorder and after receiving treatment and remaining sober she has been able to get her kids back.

Finding Healing Through Family

She originally hid her opioid use disorder from her family, fearing shame. When she was able to be truthful about her disorder she got the help she needed with the support of her family.

Ending the Cycle For a Better Future

She is in recovery from alcoholism and finding peace through recovery in hopes to reconnect with her children.

The Financial Impact of Opioid Use Disorder

She recovered from opioid use addiction by turning to faith and seeking help from a friend with a similar experience.

Fighting Opioid Addiction for My Family

She was exposed to opioids at a young age and broke the cycle of pain to become a role model for her children.

With the Help of Faith & Family

Sanya was prescribed Oxycodone after her car accident. She overcame the addiction by depending on her faith community and realizing her family depended on her.

Recovered by Confronting the Pain

She recovered from Oxycodone addiction by confronting the physical & mental pain and accepting help.

Bloom Resources for Women

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