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Protecting Kids In the Heartache of Addiction
Protecting Kids In the Heartache of Addiction
Protecting Kids In the Heartache of Addiction
Tuesday 26th April 2022
Get tips on shielding kids from a parent's addiction in 'Surviving Loving An Addict Podcast' with David and Carston Millward.
22 minutes
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Shielding Kids from Addiction's Impact: Tips from Surviving Loving An Addict Podcast
One of the scary things about being a teenager or growing up in one of these relationships with an addictive parent is that now I'm going to find somebody who's broken, like my dad is, and I'm going to marry them because I'm going to fix them when I couldn't fix my father.
Imagine growing up with a parent battling addiction—it's a reality for many children. In this heartfelt episode of the 'Surviving Loving An Addict Podcast', host David Millward and his son Carston tackle the tough topic of protecting kids from the emotional and physical toll of a parent's addiction. Drawing from David's vast experience counseling over ten thousand addicts, the duo offers practical advice and emotional support for families navigating these turbulent waters.
They stress that young children need protection from their parents, while older kids must learn to safeguard themselves emotionally and physically. The episode also explores how children of addicts often try to 'fix' their partners later in life, mirroring their failed attempts to 'fix' their parents. David and Carston emphasize setting realistic expectations and understanding that addiction is a disease requiring time for recovery. They also highlight the importance of showing love to children without vilifying the addicted parent.
This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone dealing with addiction in the family, providing a roadmap to navigate the heartache and challenges it brings.