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David Kerwin explains the path to addiction recovery | Community Voices

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Vanessa Ferguson

Published January 31, 2023 at 5:06 PM CST

David Kerwin is a life coach who specializes in addiction recovery and behavioral health. He spoke to Community Voices about the path to addiction recovery, the lasting effects of childhood trauma, and how families can help their loved ones struggling with addiction.

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Vanessa Ferguson

Vanessa was the Community Voices Production Coordinator at NPR Illinois from 2021-2025. She continues her passion for broadcasting as a co-host of the Beyond the Mouse podcast for the Front Row Network.

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