Beautiful Boy: A Father's Heartache, An Addict Son

(OAD 04/10/2008)
Methamphetamines, heroin, cocaine…a father and son go public with their heart-wrenching struggle. If your family is suffering, you are not alone.  
David and Nic Sheff
Devastating Addiction
David Sheff fought to keep his son Nic sober and off the streets. How crystal meth nearly tore their family a part.

Maria and Kathleen
Common Bond
Families inspired by David and Nic share their stories. What did one mom do to help her daughter get clean?

After the show
After the ShowVideo
The conversation continues. Watch what Nic says his parents could have done to keep him away from drugs.

'Beautiful Boy' by David Sheff
Beautiful Boy Afterword
After two years of sobriety, Nic had a relapse. In this excerpt, David shares his thoughts on addiction in America.

'Tweak' by Nic Sheff
Tweak Excerpt
Read about the early stages of addiction and Nic's first drinking experience in his revealing memoir.

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Addiction Resources
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