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The “Died Suddenly Phenomenon” of an Overdose or Suicide.

There have been many alcoholics in my family tree. We are now saying “substance use disorder,” as that sounds so much more sensitive, kind, and caring, but this was not the term I learned at an early age. We live in a society that says it encourages understanding, compassion, empathy, non-discrimination, and a belief that those struggling need help. But often that is not how our loved ones with addiction and/or mental illness are treated. Not in the hospital. Not in the media