What Parents Need To Know About Substance Use and Trauma; What It Is And Isn't, And Why We Can't Ignore It, With Steve SawyerWhat Parents Need To Know About Substance Use and Trauma; What It Is And Isn't, And Why We Can't Ignore It, With Steve Sawyer
Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Steve Sawyer explains the importance of understanding trauma in teen substance use and offers practical advice for parents.
52:08•10 Mar 2022
Understanding Trauma's Role in Teen Substance Use with Steve Sawyer
“So if you're seeing those as a parent, if you are the one who is nodding and going, uh-huh, that's my kid. This isn't an episode for or against wilderness therapy, but I know that it is an option that a lot of parents look at as a last resort.”
Why does one child in a seemingly happy family turn to drugs while others don't? In this episode of Hopestream, Brenda Zane sits down with Steve Sawyer, a trauma and adolescent expert, to tackle these tough questions. Steve explains what trauma really is (and what it isn't) and why it's a crucial piece of the puzzle when addressing your child's substance use.
He busts common myths like 'sending my child to wilderness therapy will only make things worse' and 'my child hasn't experienced trauma, so that can't be the issue'. Steve dives into how trauma impacts the nervous system and why understanding this can be a game-changer for parents. He also highlights the benefits of wilderness therapy and why setting boundaries is vital for effective treatment.
This episode is packed with insights that can help you support your child through their struggles, offering a compassionate yet practical approach to a challenging issue.
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