Video will play in Play now Don't auto playNever auto playA host of well-known Kiwis have opened up about their struggles with methamphetamine in an effort to help others overcome their own issues with the drug. Their stories and others like theirs are all on Youtube, and see the stars confront their demons head on. And Kiwi comedian Mike King opened up about his struggle with self-esteem and anxiety and how he escaped those by using alcohol and drugs, and also opened up about a suicide attempt in Hong Kong. So the stars' videos have become part of the "Buzzed" social media campaign designed to reach out to young people and their families affected by drug and alcohol harm. Where to get help• The Alcohol Drug Helpline: 0800 787 797• Youthline: Free text 234 or free phone 0800 376633• Lifeline: 0800 543 354And for more information, visit these websites:Drughelp.org - HelpDrughelp.org - About MethamphetamineDrug Foundation - Methamphetamine Help- NZ Herald
Source: New Zealand Herald November 10, 2016 05:32 UTC