ABOUT THE EPISODE:
There are some thoughts, questions, and situations we face as parents of kids who are misusing substances that make us question our parenting, our sanity and even our humanity. Because these tricky topics don't often make it into the conversation, we're tackling them today as a way to air issues you may be wrestling with - but doing it in a safe, private place.

Cathy Cioth, my business partner and host of The Stream Community joins me as we talk about 9 complex topics including:

• Should I be drinking or using any kind of substance myself when my child is struggling or in treatment?
• Why do I not feel intimate or attractive, and am I supposed to be right now?
• What does self-care actually look like because I can't imagine doing it
• Am I a horrible person for thinking life might be better if my child wasn't around anymore?
• I'm pretty sure my son or daughter will never speak to me, and we won't have a relationship if I impose treatment
• Should I be getting a therapist too, or is it just my child who needs help?
• What happens if I say, "I'm done. I can't do this anymore?"
• It sucks to see my friends and family member's kids doing so well - I resent my child for what I'm going through and what I'm missing out on
• Am I supposed to mortgage my house and empty my 401K to pay for treatment, and if I don't, am I a terrible parent?

Join us as we dive into the things we rarely talk about and gain some ideas and insights you can consider for your family's situation.

EPISODE RESOURCES:

• Beyond Addiction, How Science and Kindness Help People Change (book)
• Tonia Ahern episode #127

This podcast is part of a nonprofit called Hopestream Community
Learn about The Stream, our private online community for moms
Find us on Instagram here
Find us on YouTube here
Download a free e-book, Worried Sick: A Compassionate Guide For Parents When Your Teen or Young Adult Child Misuses Drugs and Alcohol

Hopestream Community is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and an Amazon Associate. We may make a small commission if you purchase from our links.