SafeHouse Rehab Thailand
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Mini Series 8 - No one is immune
Mini Series 8 - No one is immune
Mini Series 8 - No one is immune
Friday 2nd February 2024
Bruno Jr. uncovers how addiction affects whole families, emphasizing co-dependency and emotional scars in 'Busting Addiction and Its Myths'.
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Episode Overview
- Addiction and alcoholism impact the entire family, not just the individual struggling
- Co-dependency leads to boundary violations and unhealthy family dynamics
- Children in such families often carry long-term emotional burdens
- No one is immune to the effects of addiction, experiencing different intensities of impact
- Acknowledging addiction as a family disease is crucial for effective support and recovery
No one is immune. You're affected in different ways. You're affected in different degrees of intensity or seriousness.
Addiction doesn't just affect the person using; it sends shockwaves through the entire family. In this eye-opening episode of 'Busting Addiction and Its Myths', Bruno Jr. dives into the unsettling truth that no one in a family is spared from the impact of addiction and alcoholism. Ever felt like you're losing control because of a loved one's addiction? That's co-dependency at work. Bruno Jr.
breaks down how this need to control manifests in families, often leading to boundary violations and emotional scars, especially on children. Imagine a family as a delicate ecosystem; when one part is poisoned, the whole system suffers. This episode paints a vivid picture of how addiction transforms family dynamics into a chaotic psychodrama, directed by the addict's insatiable need for their substance of choice.
It's not just about the addict's struggle; it's about the collective battle that everyone in the family faces. By shedding light on these harsh realities, Bruno Jr. aims to help families understand that addiction is a family disease. This understanding is crucial for providing effective support and embarking on the path to recovery together.
If you're grappling with addiction in your family or know someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights into the complexities of co-dependency and the far-reaching effects of addiction.