Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
rebecca@ccar.us (Melvin Cabrera, Sandy Valentine, Phil Valentine)
Conversation with Parents of Teen Struggling with Substance Use | Recovery Matters Podcast Ep. 111
Conversation with Parents of Teen Struggling with Substance Use | Recovery Matters Podcast Ep. 111
Conversation with Parents of Teen Struggling with Substance Use | Recovery Matters Podcast Ep. 111
Tuesday 7th March 2023
Tom and Sheila discuss their son's substance use recovery journey, focusing on family support and finding a supportive college environment.
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Get the buttons here!Parents' Journey Through Teen Substance Use: Tom and Sheila's Story
It was really important, I think, that we had made enrolls with the admissions office so that they knew what it meant to be a recovery ally, and we had made enrolls with residence life.
Picture this: you're a parent, and your teen is struggling with substance use. That's the reality Tom and Sheila faced with their son, Jack. In this episode of the 'Recovery Matters! Podcast', hosts Melvin Cabrera, Sandy Valentine, and Phil Valentine sit down with Tom and Sheila to share their emotional journey. They talk about the heart-wrenching attempts to help Jack kick his addiction and the various methods they tried, only to hit roadblocks along the way.
The pandemic only added more layers of complexity to their situation, but they never gave up hope. The conversation gets real as they discuss their search for a college that could offer Jack a supportive recovery environment. Their quest led them to the University of Connecticut, which has a collegiate recovery program that finally provided Jack with the support he needed.
But it's not just about finding the right college; it's about embracing every aspect of a recovery program, from connecting with first responders to engaging with recovery coaches. Tom and Sheila also touch on the stressors that come with the holidays and how they managed to navigate these challenging times. They emphasize the importance of family support and the value of leadership skills in steering through the recovery process. Their story is one of resilience, love, and unwavering commitment.
In part two of this series, Jack joins the conversation to share his own perspective, adding another layer to this compelling narrative. This episode is a must-listen for any family dealing with similar challenges, offering valuable insights and a dose of hope. Tune in to hear Tom and Sheila's heartfelt story and discover how they found a path to recovery for their son.