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Dave Shields - Faith in Addiction Dave was exposed to drugs and alcohol in jr high.  Love for sports was trumped by drinking and getting high  By the end of high school, full-blown addiction to opioids Looking for approval - wanting time fit in  Addition stemmed from Insecurity and fear at a young age. Fear of rejection. Very caring and loving home almost to a fault and not experiencing consequences. It wasn’t intentional but hindered growth for Dave. No view of God at all in teen years. Self-focused. God was nonexistent.  Move back home. What caused you to hit the wall? in Myrtle Beach, getting thrown out of school started using heroin Was arrested The police officer said I never want to see you again - changing point in your life Drinking and drugs were never enough. Always searching for a greater high. Playing with fire. Opening up yourself to stronger drugs. It’s all a trap. It’s shameful* when your child is struggling with addiction. *You don’t have to be ashamed.  Brother went to FL to get clean. Da