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Addiction: The Family Disease | Recovery Radio
Addiction: The Family Disease | Recovery Radio
Addiction: The Family Disease | Recovery Radio
Saturday 30th September 2017
Jack Sodak discusses addiction's impact on families and offers practical advice for coping and support on Recovery Radio.
39 minutes
Informative
Supportive
Empowering
Thought-provoking
Engaging
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Recovery Reimagined
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Family Ties: Understanding Addiction's Ripple Effect
Addiction is a disease of the family.
Imagine trying to help a loved one battling addiction, only to find yourself caught in a web of confusion and frustration. In this eye-opening episode of Recovery Radio, Jack Sodak, the Director of outpatient services for Retreat, breaks down the intricate ways addiction impacts not just the individual but the entire family. Jack emphasizes that addiction is truly a family disease.
He explains that for recovery to be effective, both the person struggling with addiction and their family need support and education. Families often find themselves in codependent roles, taking on too much responsibility and feeling lost about where to draw the line. Jack shares practical advice on how families can manage their own responsibilities and emotions without getting overwhelmed. One of the key takeaways from this episode is the importance of support groups for families.
These groups offer a space to share experiences, gain insights, and find ways to cope with the challenges that come with a loved one's addiction. Jack's discussion is not just informative but also deeply empathetic, offering a beacon of hope for families navigating these tough waters. Tune in to gain a better understanding of how addiction affects family dynamics and learn valuable strategies for fostering a supportive environment.