Episode 21 ABOUT THE EPISODE:We've all seen the Ven diagrams showing us to focus on what we can control. But how does that specifically apply if you've got a teen or young adult child who's misusing substances and your life is in chaos? In this episode, I share from the seat of wisdom – 7
When your teen or young adult is struggling with substance misuse or mental health challenges, finding the right treatment program can feel overwhelming. Educational consultant Jenney Wilder, who has a master’s degree in education, shares her insights on navigating this complex landscape and making informed decisions for your child. Why Google Isn’t Enough for Finding
When your child is in active addiction, you experience a type of grief that feels impossible to put into words. It’s not the grief of losing someone to death, but something equally painful and far more complex – mourning someone who is physically present but emotionally unreachable. The Unique Torture of Living with Active Addiction
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When it comes to preventing substance use in teens, traditional approaches often focus on educating young people about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. But what if the key to prevention lies not in teaching kids about substances, but in helping them understand themselves? Dr. Patricia Conrod, a clinical psychologist and Professor of Psychiatry at
When your child struggles with substance use, every parental instinct screams at you to step in, fix things, and protect them from harm. But what if that very impulse—what Brenda calls ‘bubble wrapping’—is actually preventing them from learning the lessons they need most? What Bubble Wrapping Really Means Bubble wrapping is when parents step in
When teens return home from residential treatment, they enter a critical period that can make or break their recovery progress. Dave Herz and Willow Rubin have spent decades developing a community-based aftercare model that meets young people exactly where they are—literally and emotionally. The Post-Treatment Reality The statistics reveal a significant need: 75% of the
When you first discover or suspect your teen is experimenting with drugs or alcohol, it’s natural to want to look away. As one parent who’s been through this journey shares, sometimes it feels easier in the short term to bury your head in the sand and hope the problem disappears on its own. But today’s
When substance use disorders enter a family, they don’t discriminate based on wealth, status, or public profile. Aaron and Lin Sternlicht, therapists who run Family Addiction Specialists in New York, understand this reality intimately – both from their professional work with high-profile families and from their own personal recovery journeys. Personal Experience Shapes Professional Practice
When your child is misusing drugs or alcohol, sleep often becomes one of the first casualties. The constant worry, fear, and hypervigilance can make restful nights feel impossible. Yet sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity for your health and your ability to help your child through their struggles. The Sleep Crisis for Parents The American
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When Megan Megale’s son Matt began struggling with heroin addiction, she believed with all her heart that her love could save him. Like so many parents facing a child’s substance misuse, she thought the strength of their family bond, combined with her determination and resources, would be enough to pull him through. Matt went through
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