Former professional skateboarder, TV stuntman, and recovery advocate Brandon Novak joins Elizabeth Vargas to talk about how he went from a skateboarding prodigy and reality star to homeless. He also shares where he is now: celebrating six years of recovery and spreading hope to others who are struggling. 

Brandon opens up to Elizabeth about “underestimating” his addiction, and the consequences he faced during his decades-long journey with substance use. He also talks about how his mother coped with his addiction and the only two regrets he has today. 

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• How to Encourage Your Child to Get Help for Their Substance Use or Addiction 
• Allowing for Natural Consequences to Encourage Behavior Change 
• Get One-on-One Help to Address Your Child’s Substance Use 

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