Why No One Talks About Transfer Addiction after Weight Loss Until It’s Too Late Interview with Amanda Wilson

🎥 The Hidden Struggle of Transfer Addiction | Amanda & Carey’s StoryIn this deeply emotional episode, Amanda Wilson shares the story of her sister Carey—her best friend, her biggest cheerleader, and her soulmate in life.Carey underwent bariatric surgery, and the results were a success—she lost weight, regained confidence, and seemed to be thriving. But what no one saw coming was the silent shift that began around year three post-surgery: the emergence of transfer addiction.Carey began struggling with alcohol addiction, a replacement behavior that slowly took over. Despite the love around her, the addiction escalated—and by year five, Carey lost her life.This episode is not just about grief. It’s a call for awareness—a conversation that needs to happen in recovery circles, weight-loss communities, and with anyone who believes that healing ends after surgery.💔 You’ll hear:How Amanda and Carey were inseparable through life and surgeryThe timeline of Carey’s decline—how addiction snuck inAmanda’s fight to understand and make sense of this lossWhy transfer addiction is real and deadly—and needs our attention🙌 If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for support.📞 SAMHSA Helpline (USA): 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Confidential. Free. 24/7. You're not alone.🕊️ In loving memory of Carey. May her story help save others.🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe to support this mission of awareness and healing.#TransferAddiction #BariatricRecovery #AlcoholAwareness #CareysStory #MentalHealthMatters #GriefAndHealing Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.