The Hidden Goldmine of Help For Parents of Kids With Substance Use Disorder with The Partnership to End Addiction's Denise Mariano

The Hidden Goldmine of Help For Parents of Kids With Substance Use Disorder with The Partnership to End Addiction's Denise Mariano

When your child is struggling with substance use disorder, finding the right support can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Enter Brenda Zane's Hopestream podcast, a lifeline for parents navigating these turbulent waters. In this episode, Brenda sits down with Denise Mariano from The Partnership to End Addiction, a mother who knows firsthand the struggles and triumphs of dealing with a child's addiction.

Denise, whose son faced addiction and relapsed eight times, shares her journey and how it led her to become the Director of Family Support and Advocacy at The Partnership. She emphasizes that help is available without stigma or shame, and best of all, it's free. The Partnership offers a treasure trove of resources like a parent helpline, online learning courses, detailed guides, and parent support groups.

Denise and Brenda discuss the critical role of parent coaching in guiding families through the maze of treatment options and the importance of education and advocacy in addiction recovery. This episode isn't just about sharing information; it's about offering hope and reminding parents that they are not alone. Tune in to hear Denise's inspiring story and learn about the invaluable support The Partnership to End Addiction provides.