METHADONE STIGMA WRONG

For years I have suffered chronic back pain due to nerve damage and
have been prescribed many different pain medications that did not
help. The pain clinic suggested I try methadone. I immediately said
no. I did not want to be considered a junkie. After much discussion,
I decided I had no other choice but to go with their advice.

The first time I took a methadone pill I expected to get a high but I
did not. The stigma of methadone is wrong. Because of the stigma and
association of methadone users, people have quickly condemned those
who do use it. The clinic opening up in Vancouver should not be
opposed. Those going there should be encouraged as they are trying to
get their life back on track.

I get my methadone by prescription. It is like taking an aspirin but
a lot safer as there is no long-term physical damage with the use of
it. For those wanting to know more about methadone, do research on
the Internet . You will find it is not a recreational drug.

L.E. Rick Withers

Vancouver