Parents
Parents
RELAPSE ANXIETY
RELAPSE ANXIETY
RELAPSE ANXIETY
Wednesday 21st August 2024
Parents discuss coping with relapse anxiety and the importance of self-care and community support. Featuring Deborah Kuzmin from Caron Treatment Centers.
55 minutes
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery from Trauma
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Relapse anxiety is a common struggle for parents.
- Self-care is crucial for managing your own mental health.
- Finding a supportive community can make a big difference.
- Turning control over to professionals can bring relief.
- 'One day at a time' can help keep catastrophic thinking at bay.
Do I give myself over to that catastrophic thinking and let it just completely rob me of whatever joy is possible in the present tense?
Relapse anxiety is a heavy burden for parents of children with substance use disorder. In this episode of 'My Child & ADDICTION', the parent support group dives into the heart-wrenching topic of dealing with the constant fear of relapse. Deborah Kuzmin, Senior Clinical Director at Caron Treatment Centers, joins the discussion to provide her expertise and support. The episode is filled with raw and honest conversations from parents who share their own experiences, struggles, and coping mechanisms.
They talk about the emotional rollercoaster of seeing their children in recovery and the parallel journey of their own mental health. You'll hear about the importance of self-care, finding a supportive community, and learning to manage anxiety in a healthy way. One parent shares how slogans like 'one day at a time' help keep catastrophic thinking at bay. Another parent discusses the relief and hope found in turning over control to professionals.
If you're a parent dealing with similar fears, this episode offers a sense of camaraderie and practical advice to help navigate these challenging times. Don't miss out on these heartfelt stories that remind you, you're not alone in this journey.