Stories

At the core of the Unshame California campaign are the thousands of Californians impacted by substance use disorder. They are our parents, siblings, children, friends, coworkers, and neighbors. These are their stories.

Theresa Finds Joy in Motherhood

Theresa wanted to be as present as possible for her children, which inspired her to pursue treatment for her substance use disorder (SUD).

Oct 7, 2024

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Diana Embraces a Fresh Start

As Diana says, "Every flower that ever bloomed had to go through a whole lot of dirt to get there.”

Jun 21, 2024

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Katelyn Leads With Kindness

Nowadays, Katelyn's all about positivity—and she hopes to see the same from her community.

May 9, 2024

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Pranom Found Care in her Native Language

It's not always easy for Pranom to communicate her needs because English is her second language.

Apr 4, 2024

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Ken's Journey to Self-Confidence

Ken knew that his relationship to drugs was different than other people's.

Apr 4, 2024

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Danny's Message: It's Okay to Talk About Addiction

Danny and his wife Kathy owned a gourmet grocery store in Sacramento together.

Aug 1, 2023

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Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) Changed Sarina’s Life

Thanks to MAT, Sarina’s been able to reach her personal goals and become a more present mom.

MAT

Feb 81 min read

Brooke Leans In to Her Nurturing Side

Finding herself and letting herself feel her emotions fully has brought Brooke so much happiness and helped her discover her true purpose.

Lived Experience

Feb 21 min read

Jason’s Experiences Inspired Him To Help Others

Through his recovery from substance use disorder, he’s found a career in the treatment field.

Lived Experience

Jan 121 min read

Dr. Christina is Changing her Community Through Education and Compassion

Dr. Christina talks about what she has learned about opioid use disorder (OUD) and medications that can treat OUD.

Bryant Talks About the Science of Addiction

Bryant shares how educating himself and those around him has helped reduce the stigma of blame.

Deanna Shares the Importance of Family

Journeying Toward Hope: Supporting Her Brother's Recovery from Opioid Use Disorder and Overcoming Stigma Together.

Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) Changed Sarina’s Life

Thanks to MAT, Sarina’s been able to reach her personal goals and become a more present mom.

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Brooke Leans In to Her Nurturing Side

Finding herself and letting herself feel her emotions fully has brought Brooke so much happiness and helped her discover her true purpose.

6 views

Jason’s Experiences Inspired Him To Help Others

Through his recovery from substance use disorder, he’s found a career in the treatment field.

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Theresa Finds Joy in Motherhood

Diana Embraces a Fresh Start

Katelyn Leads With Kindness

Pranom Found Care in her Native Language

Ken's Journey to Self-Confidence

Danny's Message: It's Okay to Talk About Addiction

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Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) Changed Sarina’s Life

Brooke Leans In to Her Nurturing Side

Jason’s Experiences Inspired Him To Help Others

Dr. Christina is Changing her Community Through Education and Compassion

Bryant Talks About the Science of Addiction

Deanna Shares the Importance of Family

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Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) Changed Sarina’s Life

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Jason’s Experiences Inspired Him To Help Others

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