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The Xanax Episode: A Critical Conversation About the Dangers of Benzodiazepine Abuse and Addiction with Dr. Nzinga Harrison

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The Xanax Episode: A Critical Conversation About the Dangers of Benzodiazepine Abuse and Addiction with Dr. Nzinga Harrison
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When it comes to prescription medications that have spun into a full-blown crisis, Xanax stands out as particularly dangerous for adolescents and young adults. In this critical conversation, Dr. Nzinga Harrison, board certified in psychiatry and Addiction Medicine and co-founder of Eleanor Health, breaks down exactly why this benzodiazepine has become such a problem and

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Uprooting Addiction, Healing From The Ground Up: A Film That Explores The Connection Between Trauma And Addiction, with Hope Payson and Daryl McGraw

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Uprooting Addiction, Healing From The Ground Up: A Film That Explores The Connection Between Trauma And Addiction, with Hope Payson and Daryl McGraw
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When Hope Payson set out to create a documentary about addiction, she wasn’t thinking about drugs. She was thinking about pain. As a clinical social worker who had lost a brother to untreated trauma and addiction, she noticed something missing in public conversations about the opioid crisis: no one was asking why people wanted these

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Getting Kids Un-Stuck From Failure to Launch Mode with Mark McConville, Ph.D., author

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Getting Kids Un-Stuck From Failure to Launch Mode with Mark McConville, Ph.D., author
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Why Young Adults Get Stuck Many parents watch their teens and young adults reach a certain age and then simply stop progressing. They seem capable, yet they remain stuck in a limited world they can navigate rather than venturing into full adulthood. As Dr. McConville describes his own experience: ‘I got to the point where

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Three Formulas to Neutralize Negativity and Foster Motivation in Teens With Substance Use Issues, with Brenda Zane

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Three Formulas to Neutralize Negativity and Foster Motivation in Teens With Substance Use Issues, with Brenda Zane
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When your teen is struggling with substance use, it’s natural to feel desperate to intervene. You might want to confront them, argue your case, or try to force them to see reason. But research reveals something counterintuitive: confrontation actually hurts motivation rather than helping it. ‘One thing that we do know for sure is that

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The Wild Recovery Story Helping Make Sober High School An Option For Teens, With Seth Welch

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The Wild Recovery Story Helping Make Sober High School An Option For Teens, With Seth Welch
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For parents whose teens struggle with substance use, the prospect of returning to a traditional high school after treatment can feel like setting them up for failure. Seth Welch understands this intimately—both from his personal journey through addiction and from his six years working in the recovery high school space. What Are Recovery High Schools?

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The Marijuana Episode: The Real Deal About Teens, Weed and Addiction with Dr. Nzinga Harrison

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The Marijuana Episode: The Real Deal About Teens, Weed and Addiction with Dr. Nzinga Harrison
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If you’re a parent worried about your teen’s marijuana use, understanding the landscape has changed dramatically is crucial. Dr. Nzinga Harrison, a psychiatrist and addiction medicine specialist, brings critical perspective to this complex issue. Understanding Genetic Addiction Risk One of the most important things parents need to know is that addiction has a strong genetic

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A Simple Parenting Tool That Helped Save My Sanity and Influenced My Addicted Son, with Brenda Zane

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A Simple Parenting Tool That Helped Save My Sanity and Influenced My Addicted Son, with Brenda Zane
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When your child is struggling with substance misuse, it can feel like you’re powerless to help—especially when they’re not interested in changing. But there’s a communication approach that can make a real difference, even when your child seems resistant to help. What is CRAFT and Why It Matters CRAFT stands for Community Reinforcement and Family

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Golden Nuggets from 2020: A Wrap-Up of Wisdom, Insights and Emotion from 41 Episodes with Brenda Zane

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Golden Nuggets from 2020: A Wrap-Up of Wisdom, Insights and Emotion from 41 Episodes with Brenda Zane
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As 2020 drew to a close, Hopestream paused to reflect on a year that brought 41 episodes filled with wisdom, practical advice, and heartfelt conversations about one of parenting’s most challenging journeys. This wrap-up episode serves as both a celebration of the year’s content and a resource guide for parents seeking support. Looking Back at

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How Do You Set Boundaries and Live With Natural Consequences When Your Child is Misusing Drugs or Alcohol? Real Talk with Julie Jarvis, Ph.D.

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How Do You Set Boundaries and Live With Natural Consequences When Your Child is Misusing Drugs or Alcohol? Real Talk with Julie Jarvis, Ph.D.
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When your child is misusing drugs or alcohol, knowing how to set effective boundaries and when to step back can feel impossible. Julie Jarvis, Ph.D., a licensed clinical psychologist specializing for over 20 years in the treatment of substance use disorders, offers clarity on these challenging decisions. The Parent’s Critical Role Parents often wonder what

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Practical Ways to Re-Build Communication With Your Child If They’re Misusing Drugs or Alcohol: Words Matter, with Brenda Zane

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Practical Ways to Re-Build Communication With Your Child If They’re Misusing Drugs or Alcohol: Words Matter, with Brenda Zane
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If you’re struggling to have any meaningful conversation with your child who’s misusing drugs or alcohol, you’re not alone. As parents in this situation quickly discover, communication within the family often deteriorates to the point where the only interactions involve yelling, screaming, or insults. But there are practical, research-backed ways to rebuild connection through better

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