Today's episode is for the grown kids who have been affected by substance abuse, whether it be yourself or someone you know, the ones that feel the pressure to use drugs even if they don't want to, and the ones that are constantly telling their friends to please test your drugs.

So in this episode, we're going to be talking about not only the pressures to take these drugs, but also knowing how to safely take them if we decide to do so,

and knowing how to be prepared in case of an emergency. So of course, we'll be talking about the opioid and fentanyl epidemic,

focusing on overdose prevention and community support specifically. We'll talk with those directly impacted by these drugs

and highlight the life-saving role of friends in overdosing emergencies,

because again, being prepared is crucial.

Lastly, we'll talk with experts and community leaders to talk about the needed measures for preventing overdose,

and this includes harm reduction, treatment, and recovery support services.

Before we get into this episode, we want to acknowledge that it's addressing a lot of serious topics, including substance abuse, opioid addiction, and fentany use.

These are all deeply impactful and sensitive issues that affect people of all ages, classes, and backgrounds.

So if you or someone you know is struggling, please prioritize your well-being and listen with care.

With this episode, we hope to create greater empathy, understanding, and a sense of collective

responsibility to support everyone affected.

And resources and support information is also provided in the show notes of the episode.

But with that being said, we'll be talking with Sheila Scott, founder of Luke Luff Foundation,

which focuses on overdose response and naloxone training for parents and teens,

as well as Dr. Terry Church, the professor at the University of Southern California,

who focuses on patterns of addiction, disaster management, and education and training.

Anyways, let's get into the episode.

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