The Dark Side of Youth: When Addiction Becomes a Matter of Life and Death Holly Dyson's story is a stark reminder that substance abuse remains a serious threat, even in our supposedly liberal and educated society.
At 16, she had her first alcoholic drink; by 26, she was told she had just six months to live due to her addiction. Dyson's journey into addiction is typical of many young people today.
She started drinking at 16 and developed a full blown dependence on alcohol by her mid twenties. The consequences were severe: extreme pain, multiple hospital trips, and thousands of pounds in debt.