How to Prevent Emotional Burnout When Supporting a Loved One’s Substance Abuse Disorder

Do you feel emotionally drained while supporting a loved one with addiction and wonder how to keep going?

Addiction impacts not just the individual but the entire family, leaving parents overwhelmed by constant worry, sleepless nights, and a relentless emotional toll. This episode reveals how to recognise emotional exhaustion and take steps to reclaim your strength and well-being.

• Learn to distinguish emotional exhaustion from regular stress or tiredness.
• Discover practical strategies for releasing guilt and setting healthy boundaries.
• Explore how radical self-care benefits both you and your child in recovery.

Join us as we uncover essential tools to navigate emotional exhaustion, allowing you to support your loved one without losing yourself in the process.

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.