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When economic survival conflicts with recovery goals

I make more money selling drugs than I ever could at minimum wage jobs and my family needs money but I know this path leads back to using.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Structural inequality can make destructive choices appear rational when basic needs remain unmet through legitimate means.

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“Where Are You with Recovery identity — from addiction?”

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