Ginny Mills
Ginny Mills
Family Illness
Family Illness
Family Illness
Monday 1st March 2021
Find strength in 'Family Illness' by Ginny Mills. Support for parents facing a child's addiction with practical advice and shared experiences.
4 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
About this podcast
Author:
Ginny Mills
Overview:
Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Our role as an advocate when our child is unable to care for him or herself is possible as we address our needs within the group.
Picture this: your child is battling addiction, and you're caught in the whirlwind of emotions and challenges that come with it. Ginny Mills, an addiction specialist and a parent who's been through it all, brings you 'Family Illness' on her podcast, 'A Dose of Hope'. This episode is a heartfelt guide for parents navigating the stormy seas of their child's substance use issues.
Ginny shares her personal story about her daughter's crippling anxiety, a stark reminder that addiction impacts the whole family, not just the individual. She emphasizes the importance of parents taking an active role in their child's care, but not doing everything for them. It's about striking a balance – being there, offering support, and knowing when to step back. Ginny encourages parents to reach out for help and highlights the benefits of joining parent-to-parent groups.
These groups can be a lifeline, providing shared experiences and practical advice. She also talks about the need for a solid plan to address your child's needs, showing how parents can model healthy responses to distress and empower their children to make positive choices. This episode isn't just about coping; it's about finding strength together as a family.
Whether you're new to this journey or have been on it for years, 'Family Illness' offers a blend of empathy, practical advice, and hope. Tune in and discover how you can navigate these tough times with a bit more ease.