Clint Mally
Clint Mally with Sandstone Care
How To Talk To Your Spouse Or Family About Your Teen or Young Adult's Substance Use
How To Talk To Your Spouse Or Family About Your Teen or Young Adult's Substance Use
How To Talk To Your Spouse Or Family About Your Teen or Young Adult's Substance Use
Wednesday 30th June 2021
Learn practical advice for discussing your teen's substance use with family. Discover effective therapies and the benefits of a sober community.
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Clint Mally
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Get the buttons here!Navigating Family Conversations About Teen Substance Use
The number one thing that makes a difference in this process is to communicate all of your feelings, all of your fears, all of your reservations, and the other piece of that is be willing to hear the other person's point of view.
Talking about your teen's substance use can feel like walking on eggshells, but it's a conversation that needs to happen. In this episode of The Real Common Treatable Podcast, Clint Mally teams up with experts from Sandstone Care to offer practical advice on tackling this tough topic. The episode dives into how to approach your spouse or family about your child's substance use, highlighting the importance of being on the same page as a family unit.
The discussion covers effective therapy methods like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and the significance of meeting teens where they are in their recovery journey. They also explore how creating new neuropathways in the brain can aid recovery and the benefits of being part of a sober community. The episode wraps up by emphasizing the value of community and diverse perspectives, encouraging families to communicate openly and embrace different viewpoints.
If you're struggling with how to bring up this sensitive issue, this episode offers a compassionate guide to help you navigate these challenging conversations.