Hopestream for Parenting Kids through Drug Use and Addiction

Hopestream is the defacto resource for parents who have a teen or young adult child who’s misusing drugs or alcohol, hosted by Brenda Zane. Brenda is a Mayo Clinic Certified health & wellness coach, CRAFT Parent Coach, and mom of a son who nearly lost his life to addiction. Guests include addiction, prevention, and treatment experts, family members impacted by their loved one’s substance use, and wellness and self-care specialists. You’ll also hear heartfelt messages from me, your host. It’s a safe, nurturing respite from the chaos and confusion you live with. We gather in our private communities between the episodes, The Stream for moms and The Woods for dads. Learn more at www.hopestreamcommunity.org.

Nutrition’s Role in Healing from Addiction & Mental Health Challenges, with Dr. David Wiss

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Nutrition’s Role in Healing from Addiction & Mental Health Challenges, with Dr. David Wiss
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Dr. Wiss’s Personal Recovery Journey Dr. David Wiss didn’t arrive at his career as a registered dietitian nutritionist through a traditional path. His journey began with getting sober in 2006 after living in three treatment centers, two correctional facilities, and one hospital detox. He spent two weeks in solitary confinement being fed through a door,

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Your Double-Punch Strategy for Creating Change with a Child Struggling with Addiction & Mental Health

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Your Double-Punch Strategy for Creating Change with a Child Struggling with Addiction & Mental Health
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When your child is struggling with substance misuse, your instinct might be to push harder, set firmer rules, or somehow force them to see what you see. But what if the most effective approach is counterintuitive? What if creating change requires warmth instead of force? Why Force Doesn’t Work: The Sun vs. The Wind There’s

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Three Things We Want You To Know If Your Child Struggles With Mental Health and Substance Misuse, with Cathy Cioth

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Three Things We Want You To Know If Your Child Struggles With Mental Health and Substance Misuse, with Cathy Cioth
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When your child struggles with mental health challenges and substance misuse, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of advice, tools, and strategies available. But according to Brenda Zane and Cathy Cioth, who together have shepherded thousands of parents through these challenges, the most powerful shifts often come from understanding just a few

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How Substances Hijack Motivation and Meaning in Young Brains, with Dr. Judith Grisel

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How Substances Hijack Motivation and Meaning in Young Brains, with Dr. Judith Grisel
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Dr. Judith Grisel has spent decades studying the neuroscience of addiction and has lived through her own journey of recovery for 38 and a half years. Her unique perspective combines rigorous scientific understanding with the raw truth of someone who started using at age 12, became homeless, and eventually found her way to treatment at

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The Joy You Make: Uplifting Wisdom for Difficult Parenting Journeys, with Steven Petrow

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The Joy You Make: Uplifting Wisdom for Difficult Parenting Journeys, with Steven Petrow
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When your child is misusing drugs or alcohol, the idea of experiencing joy can feel impossible—even inappropriate. Yet according to award-winning journalist Steven Petrow, joy isn’t just possible during our darkest times, it’s essential. His book The Joy You Make emerged from his own devastating losses in 2017, when both parents died, his marriage ended,

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Golden Nuggets of 2024: Highlights From Some Of The Best Episodes Of The Year

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Golden Nuggets of 2024: Highlights From Some Of The Best Episodes Of The Year
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When your child struggles with substance misuse, the emotional weight can feel crushing. The 2024 episodes of Hopestream brought together some of the most valuable insights for parents navigating this difficult journey, from managing your own emotional health to understanding proven strategies for helping your child. Separating Your Worth From Your Child’s Outcomes One of

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ADHD, Addiction, and Accountability: A Candid Conversation, with Enzo Narciso

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ADHD, Addiction, and Accountability: A Candid Conversation, with Enzo Narciso
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Seven years into recovery, Enzo Narciso brings a unique perspective to conversations about addiction and accountability. Working with adolescent boys in residential treatment while maintaining his own healthy lifestyle, Enzo understands both sides of the recovery equation. His journey from a life-threatening overdose to helping other young people navigate their struggles offers practical wisdom for

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Lost in the Haze: A Primer on The Perfect Storm of Teens, ADHD, and Marijuana

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Lost in the Haze: A Primer on The Perfect Storm of Teens, ADHD, and Marijuana
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When Dr. Mariely Hernandez talks about ADHD, she quickly corrects a common misconception. “It’s called attention deficit, but it’s really a dysregulation of your attentional faculties. And what that means is that, you know, one, it’s like an interest based disorder.” This reframing helps parents understand why their child can focus intensely on video games

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The Family Black Sheep: Understanding The Overlooked Child, A Marijuana Tipping Point & Embracing Self-Discovery, with Matt LeBris

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
The Family Black Sheep: Understanding The Overlooked Child, A Marijuana Tipping Point & Embracing Self-Discovery, with Matt LeBris
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When Matt LeBris describes his childhood, one theme emerges clearly: feeling like the overlooked child. From being called into the principal’s office in fourth grade to getting kicked out of multiple high schools, Matt’s early years were marked by acting out — a pattern he now recognizes as desperately seeking attention in a family system

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Embracing the Uncomfortable Space Between Expectation and Reality When Your Child Struggles with Substances and Mental Health, with Brenda Zane

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Embracing the Uncomfortable Space Between Expectation and Reality When Your Child Struggles with Substances and Mental Health, with Brenda Zane
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The holidays can magnify the distance between the life we imagined and the reality we’re living—especially when your child struggles with substances and mental health. That gap can leave you feeling disoriented, untethered, and searching for solid ground. Navigating Holidays When Life Doesn’t Match Expectations When your family picture looks nothing like what you envisioned,

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