Finding Hope When Your Child Disappears: Ginny Mills' Story
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Imagine the heartache of not knowing where your child is or how they're doing because of their addiction. In this episode of 'A Dose of Hope', Ginny Mills, an addiction specialist and mother, shares her deeply personal story of dealing with her son's disappearance due to drug use. She opens up about the emotional turmoil and fear that comes with such a situation, yet she also provides a beacon of hope for other parents in similar circumstances.
Ginny discusses the painful but necessary decision to insist her son leave their home for his own safety and the well-being of the family. Despite this, she and her husband never stopped loving or supporting him from afar. This episode highlights the importance of self-care and not letting fear dominate your life. Ginny reminds listeners that their child's pattern has been to resurface and encourages them to hold on to hope.
She also talks about the resources available on ParentingThroughAddiction.com, including educational videos, treatment center information, and group support. Ginny's message is clear: recovery is possible, and there is hope for parents struggling with their child's addiction.