Scott H. Silverman Discusses Addiction in La Jolla Light

In today's issue of La Jolla Light, Scott H. Silverman discusses the prevalence and seriousness of addiction. The article, entitled "People in Your Neighborhood," finds him once again addressing stigma, and the barrier it poses to treatment, saying:

The stigma of getting help, asking for help, the false pride. ‘I need help’ are the three hardest words.

The article also share some background on Scott and discusses his upcoming book, The Opioid Epidemic.

Read the full article on La Jolla Light here.

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Scott H. Silverman

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Scott found himself "hitting bottom" in 1984 and accepted that he needed help for his problem and pursued treatment and long-term recovery. After pursuing his own recovery, Scott dedicated his life to helping others who struggle with the same mental health and addiction issues that caused him so much pain. Scott has made an indelible mark on the lives of many in San Diego. He has been on KUSI dozens of times to raise awareness about the dangers that we face, and to speak a message of recovery.