The Opioid Addict

Addiction. It's a slippery subject, one we've covered a few times here on The Deep. Today's episode is about a woman, Jess who got addicted to prescribed pills. Medication from a doctor. This is more common than we think. It's happening and it's happening to young people. Jess's story is scary, traumatic and fascinating.Content warning: This episode deals with drug addiction and rape. Resources are listed below.For free and confidential advice about alcohol and other drugs, call the National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline 1800 250 015.Lifeline 13 11 141800RESPECT is the national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling serviceThe Deep is going Deeper. Be the first to know zoemarshall.com/deeperCredits:Joanne Helder - ProducerCaleb Jacobs - MusicAJ Davis - Comms ManagerPlease DM us your thoughts and burning questions to @whatsthedeep or head to zoemarshall.com/thedeep.The Deep is a place for you. If you love it please subscribe and leave us a rating or comment if that tickles your fancy.The Deep acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Join the community and go 'deeper' with Zoe to gain access to exclusive bonus episodes, early access and ad free listening to regular episodes and extra juicy content from Zoe. Join our holiday event at thedeep.com.au/pages/events https://plus.acast.com/s/the-deep. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.