SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – Hundreds of people are dying around the country due to a nationwide epidemic, the opioid crisis. In San Diego County, opioids are the leading cause of overdose deaths compared to any drug. County Supervisor Kristin Gaspar joined us to discuss the details of how the county is addressing the crisis here…
SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. It’s a global event focused on raising awareness of overdoses, reducing the stigma of drug-related deaths, and acknowledging the grief felt by families and friends. Your Crisis Coach Scott Silverman joins KUSI to tell us more. Watch the KUSI story here. And don’t forget, if…
(PHOTO: Saige and her son Julian EARLEY FAMILY)Watch full CBS story. Every year, about 5 million Americans, most of whom are adolescents and young adults, have their wisdom teeth removed. Many of them are prescribed opioids for the pain during recovery. The American Dental Association said that after updating its guidelines advising against prescribing opioids, dentists wrote…
“I destroy homes, tear families apart – take your children, and that’s just the start. I’m more costly than diamonds, more costly than gold – the sorrow I bring is a sight to behold. And if you need me, remember I’m easily found. I live all around you, in schools and in town. I live…
A three-letter word: yes. So short and small, yet so powerful. And, Scott Silverman said it. In 1984, in San Diego, Scott H. Silverman was an alcoholic, a drug addict and dealer, and was depressed. He had grown up as a rebellious troublemaker who was told by doctors and teachers that he was stupid and…
Don’t start talking until you have your child’s attention. Don’t repeat yourself. Use fewer words. See it from his point of view. Engage cooperation. Stay calm. Set up routines. Listen. Watch for understanding. Pare down your orders to what’s really non-negotiable.
SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – The time has come where many parents are now sending their kids off to school. Behavioral health consultant and family navigator Scott Silverman joins KUSI with an important message about drugs in school. Watch KUSI Video
SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – Kids have a lot on their mind during the Summer months. Unfortunately, listening to their parents may not be high on their priority list. Crisis Coach Scott Silverman joined Good Morning San Diego with some tips on how you can get your children to listen. Silverman told KUSI one of the…
Our guest, Scott H. Silverman, helps families navigate crisis situations. He is the person you turn to in order to get you and your loved ones unstuck. CAREFUL LANGUAGE NSFW Listen To Podcast
SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – The holidays are just around the corner, and they’re typically associated with social drinking. Scott Silverman CEO of Crisis Coach joined us earlier to tell us how you can still have an awesome holiday while choosing sobriety. For more information, please visit his website at www.confidentialrecovery.com. If you have an issue or any questions…