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.

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

Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
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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Part 2: Why Do They Do What They Do? Answers On Addiction From One Who’s Lived It, with Stacy Eakman

Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Part 2: Why Do They Do What They Do? Answers On Addiction From One Who’s Lived It, with Stacy Eakman
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When Stacy Eakman’s parents finally dropped him off at treatment, he wasn’t ready. He was screaming, crying, begging them to take him home. They left anyway. What happened next reveals critical truths every parent of a child struggling with addiction needs to understand. The Moment Addiction Took Control Stacy’s story illustrates the complete takeover that

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Part 1: Why Do They Do What They Do? Answers On Addiction From One Who’s Lived It, with Stacy Eakman

Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Part 1: Why Do They Do What They Do? Answers On Addiction From One Who’s Lived It, with Stacy Eakman
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Episode 43 ABOUT THE EPISODE:Nearly every parent of a child who’s living in addiction has the same questions –  why do they keep taking drugs or drinking alcohol when it’s ruining their life, making them sick, killing their family, and pretty much everything in their life? why do they do things that are so high

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

Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
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.

Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
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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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
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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Launched & Unraveled: What To Do When Substance Use or Emotional Issues Disrupt College Plans with Joanna Lilley

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Launched & Unraveled: What To Do When Substance Use or Emotional Issues Disrupt College Plans with Joanna Lilley
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The transition from high school to college represents one of the most challenging periods for young adults—and for their parents. When substance use or mental health issues enter the picture, what should be an exciting launch can quickly become a crisis. Educational consultant Joanna Lilley, who holds a master’s degree in counseling from West Virginia

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How Heavy is Your Glass? Perspective and Coping Skills for Parents of Teens Struggling with Drugs or Alcohol, with Brenda Zane

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
How Heavy is Your Glass? Perspective and Coping Skills for Parents of Teens Struggling with Drugs or Alcohol, with Brenda Zane
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Parenting a child who struggles with substance use or addiction creates a burden that grows heavier with time. The weight isn’t measured in ounces or pounds, but in days, weeks, months, and years of holding that burden largely alone. The Glass of Water Metaphor Consider this perspective: if someone handed you a glass of water

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Ayurveda to Balance Mind and Body: A More Holistic Approach to Stress Reduction and Addiction Recovery with Jessica Ferrol, LMFC, MA, AyuD

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Ayurveda to Balance Mind and Body: A More Holistic Approach to Stress Reduction and Addiction Recovery with Jessica Ferrol, LMFC, MA, AyuD
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Episode 37 ABOUT THE EPISODE:Ayurveda is considered by many scholars to be the oldest healing science. In Sanskrit, Ayurveda means “The Science of Life.” Ayurvedic knowledge originated in India more than 5,000 years ago and is often called the “Mother of All Healing.”  In the U.S., treatment for substance misuse and addiction is often centered

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Tending to the Mothership: Surviving COVID, Kids, Substance Use, Addiction and Holidays with Brenda Zane

Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Tending to the Mothership: Surviving COVID, Kids, Substance Use, Addiction and Holidays with Brenda Zane
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When you’re parenting a child struggling with substance misuse, everyday stress becomes amplified during uncertain times like a pandemic or holiday season. The combination of COVID-19 challenges, your child’s addiction, and societal expectations can leave you feeling completely overwhelmed and unable to function well in any area of your life. Why Self-Care Matters During Crisis

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