Ginny Mills
Ginny Mills
The Sibling's Perspective
The Sibling's Perspective
The Sibling's Perspective
Friday 14th September 2018
Ginny Mills discusses supporting siblings of addicts, emphasizing balanced attention and family health in 'A Dose of Hope'.
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Ginny Mills
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Balancing the Family Tree: Supporting Siblings of Addicts
While our children who are affected by addiction can unintentionally suck up a lot of our time, attention and money, we must remember that our other children and other important people in our lives need us too.
When addiction takes hold of a family member, it can feel like the entire family is uprooted. In this episode of 'A Dose of Hope', Ginny Mills, an addiction specialist and parent, sheds light on a often overlooked perspective: the siblings of addicts. Ginny dives into the challenges faced by these siblings, who often struggle in silence while their parents' attention is focused on the child battling addiction.
She shares her personal experiences and professional insights to help parents recognize and address the needs of their non-recovering children. Through heartfelt stories and practical advice, Ginny emphasizes the importance of balancing attention and resources among all children in the family. She uses a powerful tree metaphor to illustrate how nurturing all branches, not just the one affected by addiction, is crucial for family health.
Faith and community support also play significant roles in her discussion, offering parents additional tools to support their entire family. If you're navigating the turbulent waters of addiction in your family, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement to ensure no child is left behind.