Episode 20

full
Published on:

24th Mar 2025

EP20: Why Rehab Fails Without These 3 Critical Steps for Lasting Addiction Recovery

NEW Announcement: Family Support Listeners Get 30% off every one-to-one support session with Paul King. Finally get the care & help you need to navigate a loved one's addiction. familyhopesupport.com

Rehab is just the beginning—what happens next makes all the difference. Did you know that nearly two-thirds of people relapse within a year of leaving rehab? Discover the three essential steps that can double the chances of long-term recovery.


Many parents believe that getting their child into rehab is the hardest part, but the real challenge begins after treatment. Without the right support, accountability, and structure, the risk of relapse skyrockets. In this episode, we dive into what truly makes rehab successful in the long run and how families can provide the right kind of support without enabling destructive behaviours.


  • Learn why staying in treatment longer and following a structured transition plan can dramatically improve recovery outcomes.
  • Discover the power of recovery support communities and why they are essential for building a new, substance-free life.
  • Find out how random drug and alcohol testing can serve as a critical accountability tool to help prevent relapse.
  • Press play now to uncover the key steps that can make all the difference in your loved one’s recovery journey. You are not alone.

🌱 Family Hope Support — Special Offer for Podcast Listeners

Loving someone with a drug or alcohol problem can feel exhausting — the worry, the guilt, the sleepless nights. It wears you down.

Family Hope Support offers one-to-one support sessions grounded in real lived experience.  Finally get the care & help you need to navigate a loved one's addiction. 

🎉: Family Support Listeners Get 30% off every one-to-one support session with Paul King.  — use code FAMILYHOPE at checkout.

👉 Claim your discount at familyhopesupport.com and start feeling less alone. You don’t have to do this by yourself.

📌 Resources & Links:

  • Learn more about Vista Research Group, founded by Joanna Conti, which provides data-driven insights to improve addiction treatment outcomes.
  • Explore Conquer Addiction, a nonprofit she also founded to help families find rehabs with verified success rates.


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.



Show artwork for Family Support In Addiction Recovery : Substance Abuse Disorder Tools Beyond Al- Anon

About the Podcast

Family Support In Addiction Recovery : Substance Abuse Disorder Tools Beyond Al- Anon
Substance Abuse Disorder Tools Beyond Al-Anon
Do you feel overwhelmed and emotionally drained, struggling to support your child with substance abuse disorder?

This podcast offers practical guidance for parents navigating the challenging journey of supporting a child battling addiction without losing themselves along the way.

Each week, you’ll gain critical insights and strategies, including:
Learning how to manage the emotional rollercoaster of addiction with effective coping tools.
Discover techniques to support your child while maintaining your own well-being, like setting boundaries or practising self-care routines.

Finding guidance on overcoming the unique challenges families face with substance abuse disorder.

Hosted by Paul King, a parent who’s been through this journey, made countless mistakes, and is here to help others find a clearer path forward, this show brings together experts in addiction recovery, emotional resilience, and family therapy to equip you with the knowledge and strength to keep going.

Episodes air twice a week: guest interviews on Mondays and personal reflection episodes on Wednesdays.
Ready to take the first step toward healing? Start with Episode 1, where it all begins.

About your host

Profile picture for Paul King

Paul King