Amy LaRue
Amy LaRue
The Impact of Addiction on Children | Amy & Eli
The Impact of Addiction on Children | Amy & Eli
The Impact of Addiction on Children | Amy & Eli
Thursday 26th June 2025
Eli Stephens shares his story of growing up with an addicted parent and finding hope through community support.
26 minutes
Supportive
Inspiring
Honest
Compassionate
Healing
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Author:
Amy LaRue
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Children are more aware of family issues than adults might assume.
- Creating safe spaces for kids to express emotions is crucial.
- Community support can be a lifeline for children affected by addiction.
- It's important to remind kids that it's not their fault.
- Encouraging open conversations about feelings helps healing.
Even though they're young, kids have a good moral compass - they're smarter than we think.
In the latest episode of 'Finding Hope', Amy LaRue brings on Eli Stephens to share a deeply personal story about growing up with a parent struggling with addiction. Eli, now a high school graduate, recounts the challenges he faced as a child witnessing substance abuse in his home. He opens up about the fear and confusion he felt seeing his parents fight and the impact it had on his life.
Eli describes how he found solace at a friend's house, escaping the turmoil at home, and later discovered support through Peaceful Family Oklahoma. This organisation helped him release the emotional burdens he carried, teaching him to express his feelings and find comfort in community. Amy and Eli discuss the importance of recognising that children understand more than we often realise and need safe spaces to share their experiences.
They emphasise that kids aren't alone in these situations and highlight the significance of addressing their emotions honestly. Amy challenges listeners to consider whether they are providing open environments for children to express themselves and encourages seeking support when needed. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of resilience and finding hope amid adversity, making it a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction.