The Center for Motivation and Change
The Center for Motivation and Change
Compassionate Parenting with Catherine Taughinbaugh
Compassionate Parenting with Catherine Taughinbaugh
Compassionate Parenting with Catherine Taughinbaugh
Wednesday 15th June 2022
Catherine Taughinbaugh talks about compassionate parenting and the CRAFT approach to help children struggling with substance use on The Beyond Addiction Show.
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Get the buttons here!Navigating Parenthood and Substance Use with Catherine Taughinbaugh
The biggest thing that we can do to help any families or to help any individual is to shift the way that we're viewing this and to really like, take a different perspective on what is substance, so that it's not this moral failing.
How do you support a child struggling with substance use? In this episode of The Beyond Addiction Show, Dr. Josh King sits down with Catherine Taughinbaugh, a parent coach and author of 'The Compassion Antidote: A Path to Change for You and Your Child Struggling with Substance Use'. Catherine's journey began with her own daughter's battle with substance use, which led her to become a certified parent coach. Now, she helps parents across the U.S.
navigate these tough waters with compassion and understanding. The conversation dives into the Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) approach, a method that Catherine champions. Unlike traditional methods that often rely on confrontation, CRAFT focuses on positive reinforcement and building a supportive environment. Catherine shares how this approach can make a world of difference for families in crisis. Dr. King and Catherine also discuss the broader societal views on substance use, challenging the notion that it's a moral failing.
They emphasize the importance of shifting perspectives to see substance use as a complex issue that requires empathy and informed strategies. For parents wondering how to talk to their children about substance use, Catherine offers practical advice. She highlights the need for open communication and understanding, stressing that judgment and blame only push children further away.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone dealing with substance use in their family or looking to better understand how compassionate parenting can make a difference. Tune in to hear Catherine's inspiring story and gain valuable insights into supporting your loved ones through their recovery journey.