He was the All-American kid - perfect grades, student leadership, a talented musician, and successful parents. And he become addicted to painkillers. Discover why addiction starts, how bad things can get, how to recognize that it’s a problem, and how to help. In this harrowing interview with Jacob Evans as he describes his dark journey into drugs and how, ultimately, overcame his addiction.

Jacob studied law at WVU College of Law, receiving honors such as Student Body Vice President. Student Governor, Academic Adviser, serving as Chairman of the Board of Governors, Outstanding delegate three times for the National Model United Nations conferences. He graduated with honors from WVU with a BA in Political Science and Philosophy for his undergrad.

During Jacob's second year in law school he admitted to a substance abuse problem with prescription opiates that's what we are here to talk about today - his journey into prescription pills and how he overcame that addiction.

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Jacob used his intimate knowledge of substance abuse, personal development strategies, life skills, and unique interventions to assist others in any facet of life they wish to improve upon. Jacob has helped hundreds of individuals and their families combat addiction and other life struggles for nearly half a decade. Jacob provides the guiding hand and structural framework that will result in anyone taking hold of their lives and becoming their truest selves. Jacob is a professional success coach, peer recovery coach, certified drug and alcohol counselor and motivational speaker. You can connect with him through his [email protected] email.

Professional Success Coach, Certified Drug & Alcohol counselor & Motivational Speaker

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