The Center for Motivation and Change
Josh King, PsyD
Parents Helping Parents with Lauryn Wicks
Parents Helping Parents with Lauryn Wicks
Parents Helping Parents with Lauryn Wicks
Thursday 27th December 2018
Lauryn Wicks discusses her journey from a concerned mother to a recovery advocate, sharing practical advice and hope for families dealing with addiction.
58 minutes
Informative
Supportive
Empowering
Hopeful
Authentic
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The Center for Motivation and Change
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Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!From Heartache to Hope: Lauryn Wicks on Supporting Families Through Addiction
We talked openly about this from the start and we remained supportive and also made certain that our son knew that we were there to support him too, regardless, and also tried to help him understand that he had an illness, a medical, a serious medical condition and that you know keeping it in that perspective.
Lauryn Wicks knows firsthand the turmoil that substance use can bring to a family. As a mother who watched her youngest child struggle with addiction, she transformed her pain into purpose, becoming a passionate recovery advocate. In this episode of 'The Beyond Addiction Show', Dr. Josh King sits down with Lauryn to discuss her journey from a concerned parent to a beacon of support for other families facing similar battles.
Lauryn shares the strategies she learned along the way, including the importance of positive thinking, community reinforcement, and family training. She emphasizes the critical need for evidence-based treatments and how these approaches can make a real difference in recovery outcomes. Lauryn's story is not just about her son's struggle but also about her own transformation and the strength she found in helping others.
This episode is a heartfelt conversation filled with practical advice and hope, making it a must-listen for anyone affected by substance use disorder. Whether you're a parent, a friend, or someone seeking support, Lauryn's insights offer a comforting reminder that you're not alone and that recovery is possible.