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My Child & ADDICTION
Mothers and fathers of children with a mental health condition and the disease of addiction share their thoughts about the challenges and their strategies for staying in contact with their kids. Caron Treatment Centers' Outpatient Clinical Supervisor...
56:34•18 Feb 2025
Staying Connected: Parents Share Their Journey Through Addiction
Episode Overview
- Understanding addiction as a family disease.
- The importance of support groups for parents.
- Balancing care for children with self-care.
- The emotional highs and lows of staying in touch.
- Professional insights from John Goldman.
“Being shut out by my son was heartbreaking, but looking back, there were reasons.”
In this episode of 'My Child & ADDICTION', parents open up about the struggles and strategies of staying connected with their children who battle addiction and mental health issues. The conversation is heartfelt, with parents sharing their raw experiences and the emotional rollercoaster they endure. John Goldman, an Outpatient Clinical Supervisor from Caron Treatment Centers, joins the discussion, providing a professional perspective on the topic.
The episode highlights the importance of understanding addiction as a family disease and the critical role of support groups in navigating this challenging journey. You'll hear stories of desperation, hope, and resilience as parents recount their attempts to stay in touch with their children, often met with resistance and heartbreak. But through it all, they find solace in each other's company and the shared understanding that comes from walking a similar path.
The episode is a testament to the power of community and the ongoing effort to balance care for their children with self-care. If you're looking for genuine, unfiltered conversations about parenting through addiction, this episode is a must-listen.
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