Ryan Hampton

Ryan Hampton is a highly influential advocate, speaker, author, and media commentator, dedicated to addressing the national addiction and drug overdose crisis. With firsthand experience overcoming a decade-long opioid addiction, Hampton is widely recognized as a leading expert in addiction recovery advocacy and drug policy reform in the United States. As an alumnus of the Clinton White House, he has collaborated with numerous non-profits and recovery-focused campaigns. Today, Hampton stands as a prominent and powerful voice in the movement to reshape perceptions of addiction, recovery, and overdose.

"We are people in recovery, families and supporters of those who struggle with addiction. We are diverse, from all walks of life, all political affiliations, and from across the country. We are coming together to create the political will for solutions to the addiction crisis." - Ryan Hampton

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Ryan Hampton's Work.

Through his books, media appearances, organizing campaigns, and social media presence, Ryan Hampton reaches millions, breaking down the cultural stigmas that perpetuate silence around addiction. His efforts inspire a new wave of advocates who openly share their recovery journeys and advocate for sensible policy changes.

Ryan Hampton played a crucial role in the release of the first-ever U.S. Surgeon General’s report on alcohol, drugs, and health in 2016. The following year, Forbes recognized him as a top social entrepreneur in the recovery movement. Ryan connects a vast network of individuals dedicated to ending the overdose crisis in America. His work has been featured by major media outlets, including the Today Show, the Associated Press, USA Today, MSNBC, ABC News, Fox and Friends, the New York Times, NPR, HLN, Vice, Slate, The Hill, the Wall Street Journal, and more.

Ryan has earned bipartisan praise for his approach to addiction as a trans-political issue, uniting people across the political spectrum to form an inclusive coalition focused on solutions. He collaborates closely with the White House, Senate Democrats, Republicans, U.S. House leadership, and state legislatures nationwide.

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Reviews

“Having experienced the tragic loss of my son to an opioid overdose, and having worked ever since to find ways to bring an end to the opioid addiction crisis, I didn't think there was much I could learn from reading another book on the subject. But I was wrong. Ryan Hampton has written a book that tells an amazing and hopeful story while giving clear direction on what needs to be done. An engrossing read, American Fix is a must for those of us close to the epidemic, and a manual for those wanting to learn how we got where we are and what we can do about it.”- Judy on Ryan Hampton's Book, American Fix.

"You know what I like about Ryan Hampton? He don't sugar coat nothin'! This book is disheartening and infuriating! One can only hope that someday, somehow through all of these horrible, painful lessons learned, that the system can be reformed. One piece at a time, one loophole at a time...I also appreciate the time and care he took to display all the facts, and explain them in a way that lay people can understand.”- Jason on Ryan Hampton's Book, Unsettled.

"This is by far the best book about addiction I have ever read (there have been many). It is very informative, but even more so, the author is such a brilliant writer that I suddenly could truly understand, practically feel, what my dear loved one was feeling. My understanding of it all is significantly better, deeper, than it was before and I am much more able to offer a more understanding sort of kind, loving emotional support. Thank you Ryan. You have made a difference in my life, and I’m sure many others."- Michele on Ryan Hampton's Book, American Fix.

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