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.

Audrey Speaks About Recognizing her Self-Worth

Friendships, feelings—many people find that using substances allows them to feel more comfortable and accepted, but substances affect...

May 23, 2023

Bryant Talks About the Science of Addiction

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

May 10, 2023

Deanna Shares the Importance of Family

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

May 9, 2023

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Veronika's Community Helped Shape Her

Through volunteering, she found people who looked out for her and inspired her to move forward without substances.

Harm Reduction

May 51 min read

Brooke’s Faith Is a Positive Force in Her Life

"We're all part of something so much bigger," Brooke reminds us.

Recovery Journeys

Apr 231 min read

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

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.

Veronika's Community Helped Shape Her

Through volunteering, she found people who looked out for her and inspired her to move forward without substances.

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Brooke’s Faith Is a Positive Force in Her Life

"We're all part of something so much bigger," Brooke reminds us.

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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.

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Audrey Speaks About Recognizing her Self-Worth

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Veronika's Community Helped Shape Her

Brooke’s Faith Is a Positive Force in Her Life

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

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Deanna Shares the Importance of Family

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