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Alcoholism, The Family Disease (The Daily Trudge)
Alcoholism, The Family Disease (The Daily Trudge)
Alcoholism, The Family Disease (The Daily Trudge)
Sunday 18th May 2025
Explore how alcoholism affects families and discover recovery insights in Dion's humorous yet informative RAW Recovery Podcast episode.
45 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Alcoholism affects the entire family, not just the individual.
- Family roles like codependency perpetuate addiction cycles.
- Al-Anon and Alateen provide support for families affected by alcoholism.
- Breaking generational patterns can reduce the impact of alcoholism.
- Misinformation in recovery can be harmful.
Alcoholism is one of the only mental illnesses that destroys everything good around you.
In this episode of RAW Recovery Podcast, Dion, your lively host, tackles the complex topic of alcoholism as a family disease with his signature blend of humour and candidness. With a focus on understanding the hereditary nature of alcoholism, Dion discusses how it impacts not just the individual but the entire family unit. He explains that alcoholism isn't just a personal struggle—it's a family affair that often leaves everyone involved feeling spiritually unwell.
Dion draws from his personal experiences, weaving anecdotes about family dynamics and the generational cycle of alcoholism. He emphasises that while the disease runs in families, recovery can also be a collective journey. Dion touches on the importance of support systems like Al-Anon and Alateen, which offer a safe space for families affected by alcoholism to heal together. He brings attention to the misinformation surrounding recovery and highlights the dangers of lumping alcoholism with other addictions and mental health issues.
Through his storytelling, Dion sheds light on the roles family members often play—like the codependent spouse or the black sheep child—and how these roles perpetuate the cycle of addiction. Yet, he remains hopeful that breaking these generational patterns is possible, even if it means reducing the duration of the drinking career rather than eliminating it altogether.
If you're curious about how family dynamics intertwine with alcoholism or seeking a fresh perspective on recovery, Dion's engaging approach makes this episode worth a listen. It's not just about understanding alcoholism—it's about finding hope and healing within the family.