Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Presents Let's Talk Addiction and Recovery with William C. Moyers

Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery

Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation

  • Addiction Prevention: What's a Parent to Do?

Addiction Prevention: What's a Parent to Do?

Wednesday 15th August 2018

Dr. Joe Lee discusses preventing youth addiction and empowering parents to create a resilient home culture on 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery'.
17 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Hopeful
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Educational

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Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery
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Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation Presents Let's Talk Addiction and Recovery with William C. Moyers
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Parenting Against Addiction: Dr. Joe Lee's Expert Advice

We can expect parents to model values in their home and develop a culture that fosters the kind of communication, relationships, and resiliency skills necessary for young people, that still may not outweigh external risk factors like trauma or genetic loading for addiction.
Ever wondered how to protect your kids from the dangers of addiction? In this episode of 'Let's Talk Addiction & Recovery', host William C. Moyers sits down with Dr. Joe Lee, the Medical Director of Youth Services at Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, to tackle this pressing issue. Dr. Lee dives into the factors that put young people at risk and shares practical strategies parents can use to create a supportive and resilient home environment.
From fostering open communication to modeling healthy relationships, Dr. Lee emphasizes the critical role parents play in guiding their children through adolescence. He also sheds light on the importance of empathy and evidence-based approaches in preventing addiction and supporting recovery. Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply someone interested in youth mental health, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice to help build a healthier future for the next generation.