Addiction Unplugged: First Responders

Every day, first responders are on the front lines of the addiction epidemic sweeping the nation. But the dangerous nature of the job, and the stress that comes along with it, can lead even the bravest heroes down a dark path. This episode examines some of the underlying causes of addiction amongst first responders, and takes into account personal stories of police, firefighters and other emergency service professionals who have struggled firsthand with addiction in the field and in their own lives.