It's not okay to waste your life abusing drugs.
Paul had some bad experiences in the past that still haunt him today.
Paul wants to overcome the pain and mental anguish.
Paul goes to a counselor to help him work through his past.
Paul takes drugs to temporarily forget what happened to him, becoming an addict.
Paul learns ways of coping with his experiences and improves with time.
Paul's life falls apart because he gives everything to his addiction.