At a glance
As part of the Rx Awareness campaign, this testimonial-style video seeks to raise awareness of the danger of addiction to prescription opioids. Watch Tele's story about misusing prescription opioids beginning at age 13, how it affected his life, and learn where to access additional resources related to prescription opioid addiction.
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Transcript
- Candidate: Tele
- Length: 30 seconds
On-screen text: Prescription opioids can be addictive and dangerous.
Audio description: Tele scrolls through photos of himself with friends on his smartphone.
Tele: I started using when I was 13. It was like, oh, well, they're prescription opioids so they can't be that dangerous. My perception was once you stop using, like, that's it. Your life is over.
Audio description: Tele walks down the street.
Tele: I didn't even realize that I needed help until the day that I got arrested. I have been able to accomplish a lot in my recovery.
Audio description: Tele walks up to a friend and hugs her. They walk down the street together.
Tele: I just want to be happy. And I want to thrive in my life.
Narrator: If you or someone you know is struggling, there is hope. Recovery is possible.
On-screen text: There is hope. Recovery is possible. cdc.gov/RxAwareness
*NOTE: Tele is pronounced "Taylor"