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The Generational Impact of Addiction (Part 3)
The Generational Impact of Addiction (Part 3)
The Generational Impact of Addiction (Part 3)
Wednesday 15th February 2023
Wes Thompson and Austin Hill discuss addiction's generational impact and the importance of harm reduction and compassionate support on 'Relational Recovery'.
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Get the buttons here!Generations in Crisis: The Ripple Effects of Addiction
It seems like we're going to have a generation of children growing up with absent parents due to addiction...Nonprofits starting and churches and other social agencies preparing to serve and help these kids, because we've got these kids that are going to become teenagers and adults that literally do not have parents because of addiction.
Ever wondered how addiction impacts not just the individual, but entire generations? In this eye-opening episode of 'Relational Recovery', hosts Wes Thompson and Austin Hill tackle the far-reaching consequences of the opioid epidemic. They discuss the importance of harm reduction strategies like Narcan, safe injection sites, and clean needle programs. These methods are crucial for keeping people alive long enough to seek recovery. But the conversation doesn't stop there.
Wes and Austin also explore the emotional toll on families, especially children growing up with absent parents due to addiction. The hosts stress the need for compassion and effective support systems, highlighting how nonprofits, churches, and social agencies must step up to help these vulnerable kids. They also touch on the controversial topic of profit in the addiction recovery industry, urging listeners to seek trustworthy treatment options.
This episode is a sobering reminder of the broad impact of addiction and the collective responsibility to support those affected.