Why Sacrificing Everything for Your Addicted Child Might Be Doing More Harm Than Good

Are You Burning Out While Trying to Save Your Child?

🛑 Are you fighting to save your child but feeling like you’re losing yourself in the process?

When a loved one is struggling with substance use, it’s easy for parents to pour everything into saving them—often at the cost of their own mental and emotional health. But what if prioritising your well-being is one of the most powerful ways to support your child?

In this episode, we explore:

✅ The warning signs of emotional burnout and why they’re so easy to miss

✅ How taking care of yourself benefits not just you, but your child’s recovery journey too

✅ Small but powerful steps to protect your emotional health before burnout takes over

🎧 Take a deep breath and listen in—because your well-being matters. Press play now.

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.