Adult Children of Alcoholics-Surviving Trauma (Episode 75 Part 1)Adult Children of Alcoholics-Surviving Trauma (Episode 75 Part 1)
Genuine Life Recovery with Jodie Stevens
Adult Children of Alcoholics-Surviving Trauma (Episode 75 Part 1) I’m joined by Connard Hogan, a therapist who worked in addiction counseling for many years. He is author of the book "Once Upon a Kentucky Farm: Hope and Healing from Family Abuse, Alc...
30:27•12 Sept 2022
Healing from Trauma: Connard Hogan's Journey as an Adult Child of an Alcoholic
“Trauma has many faces and a lot of times, I think, in families the alcoholic behavior so like, if I look at my family, like, my parents per se weren't alcoholics, but my grandfather was an alcoholic, my uncles were alcoholic.”
What happens when your childhood home is a battleground of chaos and addiction? In this compelling episode of 'Genuine Life Recovery with Jodie Stevens', therapist and author Connard Hogan opens up about his experiences growing up as an Adult Child of Alcoholics (ACA). With years of experience in addiction counseling and a personal history marked by trauma, Connard offers a unique perspective on the emotional and psychological scars left by an alcoholic upbringing.
From the hidden faces of trauma to the struggles with self-esteem and learned helplessness, Connard delves into the deep-seated issues that ACAs often grapple with. He shares how these early experiences can disrupt the ability to form healthy relationships and lead to maladaptive coping mechanisms like substance abuse. But it's not all doom and gloom. Connard also talks about his journey to healing, emphasizing the transformative power of therapy and the importance of developing healthy coping strategies.
As he poignantly puts it, 'There are so many tools available today, and it's exciting because people can reach out for help without shame.' Whether you're an ACA yourself or know someone who is, this episode is a treasure trove of insights and practical advice for overcoming past traumas and building a healthier, happier future.
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