Heather Ross
Heather Ross
Episode 18 Understanding buffering can help you understand addiction
Episode 18 Understanding buffering can help you understand addiction
Episode 18 Understanding buffering can help you understand addiction
Thursday 18th March 2021
Heather Ross explains buffering and its link to addiction, offering a compassionate approach to support your child's recovery and repair relationships.
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Buffering and Addiction: Heather Ross on Finding Real Solutions
We don't want to face the uncomfortable, so-called negative emotions because we don't understand them and they're uncomfortable.
Imagine trying to help your child through addiction, only to find that most advice seems outdated and ineffective. In this episode of 'Living With Your Child's Addiction', Heather Ross dives into the concept of buffering and its connection to addiction. Buffering is all about seeking artificial pleasures to avoid uncomfortable emotions. Heather explains how this behavior not only affects those struggling with addiction but also their loved ones.
She shares practical tips on recognizing and addressing buffering, leading to greater emotional awareness and authenticity. By understanding these dynamics, parents can foster genuine change in themselves and their children. Heather's compassionate approach offers a fresh perspective on reducing conflict and repairing relationships. Whether you're a parent dealing with a child's addiction or someone looking to understand these behaviors better, this episode provides valuable insights and actionable advice.