Brenda Zane
Brenda Zane
Gaslighting and How Your Child with Substance Use Disorder Can Make You Believe You're Crazy with Brenda Zane
Gaslighting and How Your Child with Substance Use Disorder Can Make You Believe You're Crazy with Brenda Zane
Gaslighting and How Your Child with Substance Use Disorder Can Make You Believe You're Crazy with Brenda Zane
Thursday 8th October 2020
Brenda Zane explores gaslighting by kids with substance use disorder and offers actionable steps for parents to regain control.
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Brenda Zane
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Gaslighting Unveiled: How Kids with Substance Use Disorder Twist Reality
Gaslighting works, and it works because it confuses you and it shakes your confidence.
Ever felt like you're losing your grip on reality because of your child's erratic behavior? Brenda Zane dives deep into the unsettling world of gaslighting in this compelling episode of 'Hopestream'. If you've ever heard phrases like 'It didn't happen that way' or 'You're too sensitive, get over it', you're not alone. These are classic gaslighting tactics used by teens and young adults struggling with substance use disorder to manipulate and control conversations.
They twist and turn reality until you start doubting your own sanity. Brenda, a Mayo Clinic Certified health and wellness coach, breaks down what gaslighting is, its origins, and how to recognize when it's happening to you. She also offers six actionable steps to regain control and maintain your sanity, from setting boundaries to documenting interactions. This episode is a must-listen for any parent feeling overwhelmed by their child's manipulative behavior.
Tune in to arm yourself with the knowledge and tools to navigate this challenging dynamic and reclaim your peace of mind.