Family Matters: Tackling Addiction's Impact with Kevin Petersen and Jay Staples
Episode Overview
Insights into setting boundaries with a teenage addict Navigating challenges in marriage to an addict The significance of making amends in recovery Professional insights into functional addiction Valuable advice for families dealing with addiction
Making amends is what really separates the adults from the children in recovery.
How do you handle the turmoil that addiction brings into family life? In this episode of 'The Chronic Hope Podcast', Kevin Petersen, MA, LMFT, teams up with Jay Staples to address some of the most challenging questions families face. From the heartache of teenage drug abuse to the strain of being married to an addict, this episode dives deep into real-life scenarios that many listeners will find all too familiar.
Kevin and Jay offer a compassionate yet practical discussion, blending professional expertise with personal anecdotes. They share strategies on setting boundaries, maintaining mental health, and fostering a supportive environment for everyone involved. If you're dealing with addiction in your family or seeking to understand its complexities better, this episode offers a lifeline of advice and support.