Breaking Family Cycles: Jeff Jones on Addiction Recovery
Episode Overview
Addiction affects the entire family, not just the individual. Family education and support are crucial in the recovery process. Breaking generational cycles of addiction requires addressing family dynamics. Stigma surrounding addiction can hinder families from seeking help. Biochemical healing is an important aspect of recovery.
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Jeff Jones joins The Way Out Podcast to share his unique approach to recovery through family education and support. Jeff's journey into the recovery field started from a personal curiosity rooted in his childhood experiences. He discusses how addiction affected his family and how these early experiences led him to become a licensed professional counsellor and certified addiction counsellor. Jeff explains his work with The Family Recovery Solution, which offers 24/7 online education and coaching for families dealing with addiction.
He emphasises the importance of addressing family dynamics in the recovery process, highlighting that addiction is a family disease and everyone plays a role in it. Jeff also touches on the stigma surrounding addiction and the challenges families face in seeking help. His insights into breaking generational cycles of addiction and the importance of biochemical healing offer valuable perspectives for anyone affected by substance use disorders.
This episode is packed with practical advice, heartfelt stories, and a deep understanding of the complexities of addiction and recovery.