Parents
Caron Treatment Centers
Anger Management
Anger Management
Anger Management
Thursday 7th November 2019
Parents discuss managing anger and finding support while navigating their children's addiction in 'My Child & Addiction'.
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Managing Anger: Parents Share Their Journeys on 'My Child & Addiction'
I hate you, with all the hate that a father can hate. And understanding this reality helped me take the emotion out of my interactions with my son. It gave me the insight to hear and understand his manipulations and instead of reacting and getting angry, just say to myself: that's addiction.
Parenting a child with addiction can be an emotional rollercoaster, with anger often being a frequent passenger. In this episode of the 'My Child & Addiction' podcast, a diverse group of parents opens up about their personal battles with anger as they navigate the complexities of their children's substance use disorders and mental health challenges. This episode isn't just a venting session; it's a heartfelt conversation that aims to offer solidarity and practical advice to other parents in similar situations.
Among the voices, you'll hear from mothers and fathers, some in recovery themselves, others not, and with children ranging from teenagers to adults. They candidly discuss how they've managed their anger, sometimes through trial and error, and what they've learned along the way. One father shares a particularly poignant strategy: writing a letter from himself to the addiction. This exercise helped him detach emotionally, allowing him to see his son's manipulations as part of the disease rather than personal attacks.
The episode also highlights the crucial role of support groups. These gatherings provide a safe space for parents to share their stories, gain perspective, and find hope. As one parent puts it, 'I keep coming back because there are people who understand what I'm going through.' The episode features insights from Samantha Smith, a clinician from Caron Treatment Centers in Pennsylvania. She underscores that addiction is a family disease, affecting everyone involved.
Samantha offers professional perspectives on how families can better understand addiction and find effective ways to cope. Beyond anger management, the episode touches on the broader challenges of parenting children with addiction, the recovery journey, and the importance of humor and positive news in tough times. 'My Child & Addiction' continues to be a lifeline for parents seeking understanding and support, proving that while the journey is tough, they are not alone.