Parents
Parents
Holiday Fears
Holiday Fears
Holiday Fears
Wednesday 3rd December 2025
Explore how families cope with addiction during the holidays. Heartfelt stories from parents and insights from Mallory Henry of Caron Treatment Centers.
50 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Supportive
Hopeful
Authentic
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery from Trauma
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Parents share personal stories of managing holiday stress amidst addiction.
- Mallory Henry discusses the importance of family education in recovery.
- The episode highlights the need for creating new family traditions.
- Listeners learn about the challenges and triumphs of the 'Bermuda Triangle' holidays.
- Grief and resilience are explored as key themes in family recovery.
"Talking with other parents helps me stay sane and not to feel so lost and alone."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol, especially during the holiday season? This episode of 'My Child & ADDICTION' takes you on a heartfelt journey with parents who are facing the daunting task of managing holiday stresses while supporting children with substance use disorders. You'll hear from a group of dedicated parents, including Steve, Shovna, Stephen, Anita, Sam, Jill, Kate, and Jay, who share their personal stories of struggle and hope.
These parents open up about their experiences with family dynamics during the holidays and the challenges of maintaining sobriety traditions. Mallory Henry, Director of Family Education at Caron Treatment Centers, joins the discussion to provide her insights into the importance of family support and education. She shares her own story as a sibling of someone with a substance use disorder, reminding us that recovery is a journey for the entire family.
The conversation is raw and honest, touching on themes like grief, resilience, and the creation of new family traditions. The parents talk about the 'Bermuda Triangle' of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's—a time notorious for relapses and heightened stress. They reflect on how recovery has transformed their families and how they find strength in community support.
If you're seeking a relatable discussion on navigating family dynamics during the holidays amidst addiction recovery, this episode offers a comforting reminder that you're not alone. How do these parents find light in the darkest times? Tune in to discover their journeys and perhaps find a bit of solace for your own. Remember, it's okay to feel both joy and grief as you navigate this challenging path.