Caron Treatment Center's Education Alliance
Caron's Education Alliance
A Family's Journey to Healing Part 1
A Family's Journey to Healing Part 1
A Family's Journey to Healing Part 1
Monday 1st July 2024
Kristen and Lee share their family's journey through addiction and mental health struggles, offering hope and resilience in this heartfelt episode.
36 minutes
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Hopeful
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Caron Treatment Center's Education Alliance
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Parenting & Children
Sobriety Toolkit
Recovery from Trauma
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Relationships & Community
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Episode Overview
- Open conversations about mental health can lead to healing.
- Families often struggle silently with addiction and mental health issues.
- Support systems are crucial for recovery.
- Children are deeply affected by their parents' mental health.
- Resilience can be built through facing challenges head-on.
I was scared that if we did start talking about it, there wouldn't be any type of solution
In this heart-wrenching yet hopeful episode of 'Conversations That Matter', you'll meet Kristen and her father, Lee, as they bravely share their family's journey through addiction, mental health struggles, and the path to recovery. Hosted by Tina George from Caron's Education Alliance, this episode is part one of a two-part series that dives deep into the personal experiences of Kristen and Lee, offering a raw and honest look at their lives.
You'll hear about the challenges they faced, from Kristen's early struggles with her mother's addiction and mental health issues to her own battles with substance use and self-harm. Lee shares his perspective as a father trying to hold the family together while dealing with his own feelings of helplessness and guilt. This episode is not just about the hardships; it's also about the resilience and strength that can come from facing these issues head-on.
With light humour sprinkled throughout, Kristen and Lee's story serves as a reminder that healing is possible, even in the darkest times. If you're looking for an episode that offers both a stark reality check and a message of hope, this one's for you. Remember, help is always available, and it's okay to reach out.