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The AfterMeth: Gay Men Recovering from Crystal Methamphetamine Addiction
Vision:
To eradicate crystal meth addiction, especially among the gay male population.
Mission:
Using the power of social media, The AfterMeth will increase awareness around the characteristics and effects of crystal meth on the gay male population, provide stories of hope to inspire struggling addicts and produce a repository of tools to be used by the loved ones of gay meth addicts.
Join Dr. Dallas Bragg every other week. You can find The AfterMeth Podcast anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts. Find answers to:
How can I stop relapsing?
How can I heal my addiction?
How does crystal meth addiction affect gay men?
How can I get sober?
The AfterMeth: Gay Men Recovering from Crystal Methamphetamine Addiction
EP 1:43: Straight Girls Like Meth Too with Nicole
Supplemental Study Guide: https://www.drdallasbragg.com/newsletters/blog/posts/she-almost-lost-her-son-to-meth-addiction
In this episode, Dallas sits down with his close friend, colleague and straight cis woman Nicole! Nicole shares her personal journey through addiction, pregnancy, and the fight for her family, emphasizing the importance of commitment, support, and the role of medication-assisted treatment (MAT). They explore the complexities of recovery, advocating for a more inclusive understanding that recognizes diverse paths to sobriety. The conversation highlights the significance of community and resilience in overcoming addiction, ultimately inspiring hope for those struggling with similar issues.
Find Nicole here:
Youtube: https://youtube.com/@discovering_nicole1?si=wIiTQbsGAXFhw1l2
Tiktok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@discoveringnicole7754?_t=8rdksVvv8VW&_r=1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discovering_nicole77?igsh=dWludDRqeGV2M2Ft
Threads:
https://www.threads.net/@discovering_nicole77
BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/discoveringnicole.bsky.social
Sign up for Syllaby & make viral faceless videos: https://syllaby.io/?via=nicole92
Recovery Delivered For MAT: https://www.recoverydelivered.com/nicole
Lemon8: https://v.lemon8-app.com/al/OgTcwfUp
Chapters
00:00Introduction and Trigger Warnings
02:52The Journey of Addiction: Early Influences
05:48The Role of Body Image and Mental Health
09:09Transitioning to Meth: The First Encounter
11:59The Escalation of Use: From Smoking to Injecting
15:07The Impact of Relationships on Addiction
17:54Consequences of Addiction: Legal Troubles and Recovery Attempts
21:00Finding Love in Addiction: Meeting Neil
24:06The Complexity of Recovery and Support
26:56Reflections on Addiction and Community
34:40The Chaotic Journey of Addiction
36:09The Turning Point: Pregnancy and Sobriety
45:05Fighting for Family: The Commitment to Recovery
48:51The Power of Love and Support in Recovery
52:37Redefining Recovery: A Personal Journey
01:01:46Creating a Community for Recovery Support
The AfterMeth:
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Dr. Dallas Bragg
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