Tom Conrad
Tom Conrad
257 - Hear from two licensed clinicians: How the family is impacted by addiction
257 - Hear from two licensed clinicians: How the family is impacted by addiction
257 - Hear from two licensed clinicians: How the family is impacted by addiction
Sunday 26th February 2023
Therapists Nicole and Maya discuss how addiction impacts families and offer practical advice for setting boundaries and seeking support on 'Real Recovery Talk'.
44 minutes
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Tom Conrad
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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The family members neglect to realize how much their identity is fused with that role, that role in the family unit. They're like a gas, like I don't do drugs, I don't drink.
Addiction doesn't just affect the individual struggling with it; it ripples through families, altering relationships and dynamics in profound ways. In this episode of 'Real Recovery Talk', host Tom Conrad welcomes two seasoned therapists, Nicole and Maya, from Rock Recovery Center. They dive into the often-overlooked impact of addiction on families and share practical advice on how loved ones can navigate this challenging terrain.
Nicole and Maya bring their wealth of experience to the table, discussing how families can set healthy boundaries, seek support, and prioritize their own well-being while supporting their addicted loved one. They emphasize the importance of self-efficacy and self-determination in the recovery process, not just for the addict but for family members as well. Tom, drawing from his own journey of recovery, enriches the conversation with his personal insights, making this episode both informative and relatable.
A poignant moment in the episode highlights how family members often lose their own identities in the chaos of addiction, becoming overly enmeshed in the addict's life. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the complex web of addiction's impact on families and seeking actionable steps to foster a healthier environment for everyone involved.