Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson
Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson
Road to Recovery: Navigating Addiction's Impact on Family Life with Dr. Marla Golden
Road to Recovery: Navigating Addiction's Impact on Family Life with Dr. Marla Golden
Road to Recovery: Navigating Addiction's Impact on Family Life with Dr. Marla Golden
Tuesday 19th December 2023
Join Di McQueen, Dr. Brian Jackson, and Dr. Marla Golden as they discuss addiction's impact on families and share coping strategies.
31 minutes
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Author:
Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Body & Mind
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Episode Overview
- Dr. Marla Golden discusses the suffering experienced by individuals with substance use disorders and emphasizes the need for internal healing.
- The episode addresses the ripple effect of addiction on families, highlighting the importance of seeking help and self-care for family members.
- Insights are shared on coping mechanisms and support strategies for families navigating the challenges of addiction.
- The conversation fosters a sense of community and understanding, providing valuable perspectives for those affected by addiction.
- Dr. Golden's expertise offers a physician's viewpoint on addiction's impact, enriching the discussion with professional insights and advice.
I think it's important to realize that you're not alone. People are less alone than they really think. Not to mean that you're not uniquely wonderful, but from the standpoint of struggling with different issues, we all struggle in some way or another.
What happens when addiction takes hold of a loved one? In this episode, hosts Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson sit down with Dr. Marla Golden, a pain management specialist, to unravel the intricate web of addiction's impact on family life. Dr. Golden brings her medical expertise to the table, shedding light on the multifaceted suffering endured by those battling substance use disorders—not just physically, but emotionally and psychologically as well. But the conversation doesn't stop there. Dr.
Golden dives into how these struggles ripple through families, affecting everyone involved. She emphasizes the importance of self-care for family members, encouraging them to seek help and support for their own well-being. This episode offers a compassionate look at the challenges families face and provides practical advice on coping mechanisms and community support. If you're grappling with the chaos of addiction in your family, this episode aims to foster a sense of understanding and hope.