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20th Jan 2025

How to Support an Addict Without Losing Yourself: Practical Strategies for Families

How can families set healthy boundaries and find effective ways to support loved ones struggling with addiction?

Supporting a family member with addiction is emotionally and practically challenging. This episode explores actionable strategies to maintain family well-being, foster healthier relationships, and encourage long-term recovery, while avoiding the pitfalls of enabling behaviours.

  • Learn the importance of setting firm but compassionate boundaries and how to stay “in your lane.”
  • Understand how to support loved ones without compromising your own emotional health.
  • Discover practical tools, like family therapy and targeted counselling, that can help you navigate addiction's impact.

Tune in to uncover expert-backed strategies for creating a healthier, more balanced approach to addiction recovery within your family.

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 counseling and treatment options.

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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.

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