Confidential CEO Speaks with FOX23 Tulsa About Substance Abuse Among Teens

As the FOX23 website says, "Fox 23 talks to expert about substance abuse among teens."

Scott discussed the insidious nature of fentanyl's potency and how 80% of illegal drugs that are seized contain fentanyl. He also discusses how frequently kids may go to parties and unwittingly take something that can end their lives.

He has this advice for parents, "Parents really need to be listening right now in a way they have not previously."

Scott's book, The Opioid Epidemic is also discussed.

Watch the entire segment here.

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Addiction News fentanyl Opioid Epidemic

Scott H. Silverman

CEO / Founder

Scott found himself "hitting bottom" in 1984 and accepted that he needed help for his problem and pursued treatment and long-term recovery. After pursuing his own recovery, Scott dedicated his life to helping others who struggle with the same mental health and addiction issues that caused him so much pain. Scott has made an indelible mark on the lives of many in San Diego. He has been on KUSI dozens of times to raise awareness about the dangers that we face, and to speak a message of recovery.