Discovering that your child is addicted to pornography can leave you feeling shocked, betrayed, and unsure of what to do next. The swirl of emotions—anger, grief, confusion—makes it hard to know how to respond without damaging your relationship.

You don't have to face this alone. In this episode of The Bridge Between Us Podcast, Melinda Patrick sits down with Barb Winter of Hopeful Mom to offer practical wisdom and biblical encouragement for parents walking through this painful reality.

Together, we'll walk you through:

1. What to do in the first moments — pause, pray, and process before responding.

2. Understanding betrayal trauma — how your child's choices impact your emotions and relationship.

3. Turning confrontation into conversation — how to create ongoing, open dialogue with your child.

4. Steps toward healing — practical ways to foster connection, rebuild trust, and move forward in hope.

🎧 Listen now and learn how to move from fear and reaction into wisdom, healing, and grace.

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A hopeful reminder: You can respond to your child's struggle in a way that protects your relationship, brings healing, and keeps hope alive. With God's help, you don't have to stay stuck in fear—you can walk in wisdom, love, and grace.