When someone you love is addicted, it's easy to fall into survival mode—doing whatever it takes to keep the peace, manage the chaos, or fix the problem. But many of the strategies families use, though well-intentioned, actually cause more harm than good.

In this episode, Danny breaks down 5 of the most common toxic patterns families fall into when dealing with addiction—and why these responses only fuel the cycle. From enabling and denial to blame and over-functioning, you'll hear real-life examples and learn healthier, more effective ways to respond.

Whether you're a parent, spouse, or sibling of someone struggling with addiction, this episode will give you clarity, hope, and practical next steps to start breaking free from the dysfunction.

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Addiction Recovery master, Danny Deaton and his wife Emily give you the raw and honest truth about addiction, marriage, faith, and family life. Individually they faced drug addiction, divorce, teenage pregnancy, adoption and incarceration. Together they have built a successful business from the ground zero as they support families of addicts; but they both find their greatest success in raising their three children together. This power packed couple makes you feel like part of their family as they open up their hearts to talk about the good, the bad, the brutal and all the beauty laced in between.

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Episode 105: 5 Toxic Ways Families Deal with Addiction

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Episode 105: 5 Toxic Ways Families Deal with Addiction

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