My Journey Through Addiction: From Foster Care to Heroin

TLDRI grew up in foster care and started experimenting with drugs at the age of 12. By 13, I was addicted to heroin. My parents were also addicts and supplied me with drugs. Heroin destroyed my life and led me to do things I never thought I would. Please, don't try it.

Key insights

🚀I grew up in foster care and had a turbulent childhood.

💉I started experimenting with drugs at the age of 12 and became addicted to heroin.

🤯My parents, who were also addicts, supplied me with drugs.

🔥Heroin destroyed my life and led me to do things I never thought I would.

🙏I urge everyone to stay away from drugs, especially heroin. It can ruin your life.

Q&A

How did you end up in foster care?

I ended up in foster care because my mom was a young addict and was unable to take care of me and my siblings.

Did you face any abuse in foster care?

While I didn't experience sexual abuse, I witnessed and experienced domestic violence and some forms of physical and mental abuse.

How did you become addicted to heroin?

I started using heroin after discovering my parents' drug use. They eventually became my suppliers, and heroin quickly took control of my life.

What led you to seek help and overcome addiction?

After years of suffering and hitting rock bottom, I finally realized the destructive path I was on. I sought help through rehabilitation and therapy.

What advice do you have for others struggling with addiction?

My advice is to reach out for help and surround yourself with a supportive network. Overcoming addiction is a difficult journey, but it's possible with the right support and determination.

Timestamped Summary

00:00I grew up in foster care, where I faced a turbulent childhood.

02:45At the age of 12, I started experimenting with drugs and eventually became addicted to heroin.

06:20My parents, who were also addicts, supplied me with drugs.

10:35Heroin destroyed my life and led me to do unimaginable things.

13:50I urge everyone to stay away from drugs, especially heroin, as it can have devastating consequences.