Heather Ross

Living With Your Child's Addiction

Heather Ross

  • EP107 Siblings Supporting a Brother or Sister Struggling with Addiction - Guest Dominique Dajer from For Love of Recovery

EP107 Siblings Supporting a Brother or Sister Struggling with Addiction - Guest Dominique Dajer from For Love of Recovery

Friday 17th January 2025

Heather and Dominique discuss the unique challenges siblings face when dealing with a brother or sister's addiction.
40 minutes
Informative
Compassionate
Supportive
Engaging
Hopeful

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Living With Your Child's Addiction
Author:
Heather Ross
Overview:
Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Supporting Siblings Through Addiction: A Conversation with Dominique Dajer

Episode Overview

  • Siblings often feel pressure to be the 'perfect child'.
  • Stigma can deeply affect siblings' experiences.
  • Parents should actively support all their children.
  • Self-care is crucial for everyone in the family.
  • Understanding addiction from multiple perspectives can help.
Sometimes I felt like I had to be the perfect child to make up for my brother's struggles.
This episode of Living With Your Child's Addiction podcast brings a heartfelt discussion with Dominique Dajer, the founder of For Love of Recovery. Heather and Dominique chat about the often overlooked experiences of siblings who have a brother or sister struggling with addiction. Dominique shares her personal journey, highlighting the emotional complexities siblings face, such as the pressure to be the 'perfect child' and the effects of stigma.
The conversation also covers how parents can better support their children and the importance of self-care. Dominique's insights offer a fresh perspective on addiction and recovery, making this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the sibling experience better.