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Family Systems

Wednesday 7th June 2023

Explore the ripple effects of addiction on family dynamics and the journey towards collective recovery in this insightful episode of 'Recovery For Life'.
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Recovery For Life
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Midtown Health & Wellness
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Family Dynamics and Addiction: Unpacking the Interconnected Journey

Episode Overview

  • Addiction as a family disease and its impact on family members
  • Exploration of hereditary and generational factors in addiction
  • Challenges and dynamics of changing family behaviours and relationships
  • Personal reflections and experiences with addiction and family dynamics
  • Importance of therapy, acceptance, and positive change in addiction recovery
It's important to realize those things. And again, like you said, Chris, and like Frankie was mentioning, maybe go over some of them in therapy and counseling. Once you get to that place where you're stable, sober, and you can really delve into these topics and see how you can change for the better.
Ever thought addiction only affects the person using? Think again. In this episode of 'Recovery For Life', the group dives into the intricate web of family dynamics and addiction. From enablers to those who turn a blind eye, every family member plays a role. They explore how addiction doesn't just impact the individual but reshapes the entire family structure.
The discussion also brings to light the age-old debate of nature versus nurture, suggesting that both factors work together in shaping our behaviors from the moment we're conceived, if not earlier. The conversation is raw and honest, touching on the hereditary aspects of addiction and how these can ripple through generations. They also discuss the importance of family therapy, where the whole family is treated as a unit rather than singling out the 'problem' individual.
Acceptance and change are key themes, with personal stories highlighting the struggle and triumph of altering family dynamics for the better. If you're curious about how addiction weaves through family life and how recovery can bring about profound change for everyone involved, this episode is a must-listen.