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My Child & ADDICTION
In this hour-long Parent Support Group meeting, the parents discuss how their lives and attitudes have changed as a result of their children’s addiction. The group includes mothers and fathers, some in recovery, married and not, with...
55:59•27 Nov 2018
Transforming Lives: Parents Share Their Journey Through Child Addiction
“I think what I've experienced- and I hear so many others too- is that in some insane way I feel enriched by this experience, and I mean I can't imagine having even thought that, let alone uttered it, that something like drug addiction would have this, and I heard this expression from people in recovery about the gift of recovery.”
Imagine finding out your child's addiction has turned your world upside down. In this gripping episode of 'My Child & Addiction', parents from diverse backgrounds come together to share how their lives have changed due to their children's substance use. The group includes mothers and fathers, some in recovery, married and not, with children ranging from teenagers to adults.
The episode features Brad Sorte, Executive VP & Managing Director at Caron Treatment Centers - Florida, who offers his professional insights into the struggles and triumphs faced by these families. The conversation delves into the importance of setting boundaries, the impact of addiction on siblings, and the invaluable support from dedicated professionals. Parents also reflect on the unexpected gifts of recovery and personal growth they've experienced along this difficult journey.
This heartfelt discussion provides a beacon of hope and encouragement for anyone feeling lost or alone in their own battle with a child's addiction.
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