Crisis Coach, Author, and Recovering Addict
Sees Firsthand the Impact Opiods are Having on Communities and
Demands Action
SAN
DIEGO, Aug. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today,
Scott H. Silverman, crisis coach,
counselor, author of The Opioid Epidemic, and the
Founder of Confidential Recovery and the Veterans Navigation
Center, is calling on Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris to make tackling the fentanyl
crisis in the U.S. a top priority for their administration and to
share their plan to combat this growing issue that is killing
Americans at an alarming rate with no end in sight.
"I have been an addict in recovery for close to 40 years and
have dedicated my life to helping families struggling with
addiction to get the resources they need so their loved one stays
in recovery and doesn't become another statistic," said Silverman.
"Doing this is becoming increasingly more difficult due to the
chemicals used to make synthetic fentanyl pouring across our border
and getting into communities across the country. Therefore, on
behalf of the American people, I am demanding both presidential
candidates make this a priority and outline how they will work to
stop this crisis," added Silverman.
Fentanyl is one of the most dangerous substances, as it is often
disguised as legitimate medications such as oxycodone or Percocet,
and it's undetectable by sight, smell or taste. A mere two
milligrams of fentanyl is enough to be lethal, underscoring the
urgent need for awareness and action in every community and
household.
"All families across the country must understand that they
are not immune to the dangers posed by substances like fentanyl,"
said Silverman. "They need to join me in demanding our leadership
to share their plan and to promise to act swiftly once they are in
the White House to stop this crisis from continuing to spiral out
of control."
Scott understands that the solution to this problem cannot rely
solely on the government to fix. He knows that education and
providing long-term solutions to help people stay in recovery is
part of the strategy and where he has focused his energy over the
last four decades.
The fight against substance abuse is a collective responsibility
and requires a concerted effort from our federal and local
governments, individuals, families, and communities. Scott believes
that by fostering an environment of understanding and support, we
can encourage those struggling with addiction to seek help and
begin their journey toward recovery.
"If either presidential candidate would like to contact me to
offer my solutions to combatting the fentanyl crisis, I will gladly
take the call. But not having a plan will be disastrous for our
future," added Silverman.
To learn more about Scott H.
Silverman and to seek help for addiction, please visit
https://www.yourcrisiscoach.com/.
About Scott H.
Silverman:
Scott H. Silverman is a crisis
coach, counselor, two-time author, and the Founder of Confidential
Recovery and the Veterans Navigation Center. He has nearly four
decades of experience working with individuals and veterans and
upholding his own sobriety for 40 years. He provides help to those
struggling with addiction and their families to successfully
complete recovery and provide support post treatment, so they do
not become another overdose statistic.
Scott is a nationally recognized leader in the field of
workforce development. His achievements and approach were
recognized nationally in March 2008
when he was named one of CNN's "Heroes" for his work with the
homeless and ex-offender populations.
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