Patrick Doyle
Patrick Doyle
E16 How To Talk About Addiction
E16 How To Talk About Addiction
E16 How To Talk About Addiction
Thursday 3rd February 2022
Discover seven practical tips for talking about addiction with a loved one from the Family Addiction Coaching Podcast. Improve communication and support recovery.
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Patrick Doyle
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Heart-to-Heart: How to Discuss Addiction with a Loved One
With a little help, family can influence their loved one to move forward in a positive direction. Here are 7 tips to better communication...
Talking about addiction with someone you care about can feel like walking on eggshells. But in this episode of the 'Family Addiction Coaching' podcast, host Patrick Doyle offers a lifeline. He answers a listener's burning question: 'How do you talk to a loved one about addiction?' Building on the insights from Episode 15, Patrick dives into the nitty-gritty of having these crucial conversations.
Drawing from the Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) approach, which boasts a remarkable 70% success rate, he shares seven actionable tips to make these discussions more effective. Patrick's advice is rooted in compassion and practicality. He emphasizes the importance of timing—avoiding serious talks when someone is tired or under the influence—and keeping conversations short and focused. He also introduces an easy-to-remember acronym, PIUS, to help families navigate these tough talks.
The episode isn't just about tips; it's about transforming how families approach addiction. Patrick underscores that addiction is a disease, not a moral failing, and stresses the need for empathy and non-judgmental support. Listeners will find the episode both enlightening and empowering. Patrick's coaching services, based on Motivational Interviewing and CRAFT, have already made a difference for many families, helping them improve communication, set boundaries, and support their loved ones through the ups and downs of addiction recovery.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to make a positive impact in their loved one's journey to recovery. So, if you're grappling with how to broach the topic of addiction with someone close to you, tune in. You'll walk away with practical tools and a renewed sense of hope.