Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson
Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson
The Role of Peer Support in Healing Families from Addiction
The Role of Peer Support in Healing Families from Addiction
The Role of Peer Support in Healing Families from Addiction
Tuesday 25th June 2024
Explore how peer support groups can help families heal from addiction with insights from Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson.
21 minutes
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Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Body & Mind
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Episode Overview
- Addiction affects families as much as individuals.
- Peer support groups offer emotional and practical help.
- Education is key to understanding addiction.
- Connecting with others can reduce feelings of isolation.
- Stigma around addiction needs to be challenged.
You are not an alien. You are not terminally unique. This happens a lot, a lot more than we think.
Addiction doesn't just affect the individual struggling with it; it ripples through families, leaving chaos and confusion in its wake. In this episode of 'Healing Families Shattered by Addiction', hosts Di McQueen and Dr. Brian Jackson explore the vital role of peer support in helping families cope and heal. They delve into the emotional and psychological toll addiction takes on family members and highlight the importance of not facing these challenges alone.
Di and Brian share their extensive experience, offering practical tools and strategies to help families regain control and find peace amidst the turmoil. They discuss various peer support groups like Al-Anon, Naranon, and Families Anonymous, emphasising how connecting with others in similar situations can be a lifeline. You'll hear about real-life experiences, the power of shared understanding, and how these groups can provide both emotional support and practical advice.
The episode also covers the stigma surrounding addiction and the importance of education in dispelling myths and fostering a compassionate approach. By the end of this episode, you'll feel more equipped to handle the complexities of supporting a loved one through addiction and inspired to seek out the support you need for yourself. So, why not give it a listen? You might find just the help you've been looking for.