Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about AddictionComing Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction
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'Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction' offers practical advice and heartfelt stories for families dealing with addiction.
Episodes: 323
Coming Up for Air: Real Conversations on Family and Addiction
Curious about how families navigate the turbulent waters of addiction? 'Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction' offers a heartfelt and practical guide for those facing this daunting challenge. Sponsored by AlliesinRecovery.net, this podcast is a lifeline for families looking to support their loved ones through addiction and recovery. Hosts Laurie McDougall and Annie Highwater, both mothers who have faced addiction in their families, share their personal stories alongside insights from other families.
They tackle tough topics like fostering trust, dealing with crisis vs chronic addiction, and navigating the holidays when a loved one is struggling. The podcast also dives into effective communication techniques, the role of grandparents, and creating a safe environment for recovery. With its blend of real-world advice and emotional support, 'Coming Up for Air' stands out as an invaluable resource for anyone touched by addiction.
Latest Episodes
CLASSICS REVISITED: What is Radical Acceptance?
Hosts Dominique Simone Levine, Laurie Mcdougal, and Kayla Solomon talk through their own experiences of radical acceptance while living alongside a loved one’s substance use disorder. They share how …
CLASSICS REVISITED: When Your Loved One Uses Multiple Substances
The conversation explains how families can use CRAFT’s functional analysis to respond more effectively when a loved one uses multiple substances. The hosts stress starting small, choosing one substan…
CLASSICS REVISITED: Coming Home
The hosts talk about what happens when someone comes home after detox or treatment and how uncomfortable early recovery can be. They discuss realistic expectations, simple supports, and the importanc…
CLASSICS REVISITED: Unsolicited Advice: Helpful or Hurtful?
Hosts talk about unsolicited advice aimed at families dealing with addiction and contrast it with the calmer, structured approach of the CRAFT method. The conversation looks at how holding your groun…
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