From Childhood Trauma to Federal Prison: Jamie Leibert’s Story | Part 1

Description:How does a child who knows he has potential end up struggling with drugs and eventually serving time in federal prison?In Part 1 of this three-part Addiction Talk conversation, host Joy Sutton sits down with Jamie Leibert to explore the early experiences that shaped his life. Jamie opens up about childhood trauma, abandonment, drug use, self-destructive behavior, and the path that ultimately led him to federal prison.While in solitary confinement, Jamie reached a breaking point. Tired of hurting, feeling helpless, and blaming others for his life, he sought help from a prison therapist—a relationship that would begin changing the way Jamie saw himself, his past, and his future.But leaving prison wouldn't mean leaving addiction and anger behind.Continue with Part 2 to hear what happened when Jamie returned to life outside prison—and why changing his life proved much more complicated than he expected. Addiction Talk is brought to you by  American Addiction Centers, a leading provider of addiction and mental health services. Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers. Looking for more addiction-related content? Follow us on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok @americanaddictioncenters!  Addiction Talk is brought to you by American Addiction Centers. If you or someone you know needs help, call 866-407-4130, or visit our website at AmericanAddictionCenters.org