EP 64: Why Addiction Recovery Takes Time: One Family’s Substance Abuse Disorder Journey

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Have you ever felt like rehab should “fix everything,” only to watch your child walk in and out of treatment and wonder if it’s all for nothing?

When you’re parenting a child in addiction, the hope of a clean, linear recovery can collide painfully with the reality of repeated rehab attempts and setbacks. It’s easy to feel like you’re stuck, questioning whether any of it is making a difference while you’re holding your breath, waiting for change.

• You will discover why each rehab attempt, even the short ones, plants seeds of change you may not see right away.
• You’ll find reassurance that your steady, imperfect presence can support your child’s recovery, even when it feels like nothing is happening.
• You’ll gain hope in seeing that small moments of honesty, softness, and laughter are signs that the journey isn’t wasted, even when recovery isn’t a straight line.

Press play now to breathe a little easier and discover why your steady love matters more than you think on this long road of recovery.

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This podcast provides practical guidance and support for families navigating the challenges of substance abuse disorder, offering insights from addiction recovery experts, family therapy, and support groups like Al-Anon and Family Drug Support, with a focus on understanding how to help and support loved ones dealing with addiction, including heroin addiction, through counselling and treatment options.

DISCLAIMER 

Every family is different — if you’re supporting someone through addiction, please make decisions that are right for you, ideally in consultation with qualified professionals and appropriate support networks.