Have you ever wondered why your child seems to drift further away the deeper they fall into addiction?

Addiction isolates, making users feel like ghosts watching life pass them by. The deeper they go, the harder it becomes for them to connect with the world outside their substance use. As parents, we often focus on our own fears and struggles, but what does addiction actually feel like from their perspective? In this episode, we explore the loneliness that keeps them trapped and the one thing that can help bring them back.

• Understand how addiction isolates users and why they push safe people away.
• Learn how judgment versus empathy impacts their ability to reach out for help.
• Discover how one simple approach from a friend helped Darren find hope again.

Listen to this powerful episode to gain insight into your child’s world and learn how to keep the door open for connection and recovery.

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.

How can you support a loved one struggling with addiction without enabling harmful behaviours?

Many parents feel torn between wanting to help their child and fearing they might be making things worse. The old-school "tough love" approach can be damaging, yet setting boundaries is crucial. In this episode, we discuss the vital role of family support in recovery and why parents need their own support systems too.

• Learn how to support your loved one without accepting destructive behaviors.
• Understand why accountability is key and how to encourage it with compassion.
• Discover the power of family support groups and why seeking help for yourself is just as important.

Press play now to gain insights from someone who has lived both sides of addiction—this episode could change the way you support your loved one.

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.

How do you stay strong when your child’s only focus is their next fix?

When addiction completely consumes a loved one, it can feel like you’re losing them—and yourself—in the process. As parents, we want to rescue our children, but the painful reality is that we can’t control their choices. The key is learning how to hold onto hope while prioritizing our own well-being.

• Understand why addiction takes over your child’s life, making everything else—including you—secondary.
• Learn how to hold onto hope without losing yourself in their struggle.
• Discover practical steps to rebuild your own life, even while your child is still using.

You can’t control your child’s choices, but you can control how you care for yourself. Listen now to learn how to find support, set boundaries, and take steps toward healing.

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.

• 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.

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.

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.

Is rehab the right choice for your child right now? Many parents rush into treatment hoping for a quick fix, but there’s one crucial question that can determine whether rehab will actually work.

Rehab isn’t a magic cure—it only works when your child is truly ready. In this episode, we break down why timing matters more than the treatment itself, the common mistakes parents make when pushing rehab too soon, and what to do when your child is finally ready to take the next step.

• The key sign that determines if your child is truly ready for rehab.
• Why relapse is part of the recovery journey—and how to manage expectations.
• The challenges of waitlists and how to prepare for the right rehab opportunity.

Hit play now to learn how to make rehab a real turning point for your child—and avoid the missteps that lead to frustration and relapse.

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.

How do you know if a rehab centre actually works? Many treatment centres make big claims—but without real success data, you could be wasting time, money, and risking your loved one’s recovery.

When your child or loved one needs addiction treatment, choosing the right rehab is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make. But with misleading success rates and unverified claims, how can you separate fact from fiction? In this episode, we uncover how to find treatment centres with real, independently verified success rates—so you can make the best choice for your family.

• Why many rehab centres don't track their success rates—and how this puts families at risk.
• The key questions to ask when choosing an addiction treatment center.
• How to access verified data on treatment centres with proven outcomes.

Hit play now to learn how to avoid false promises and find the best addiction treatment for your loved one.

• 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.

Have you ever felt an overwhelming sense of grief for something that hasn’t even happened yet? Parents of children struggling with addiction often experience this painful reality—mourning their child’s possible loss before it even occurs.

Loving someone with a substance use disorder is an emotional rollercoaster filled with fear, exhaustion, and heartbreak. The constant worry about their safety can create an ongoing sense of grief, even when they’re still alive. This episode explores anticipatory grief—why it happens, how it affects parents, and how to navigate it without losing hope.

• Understand what anticipatory grief is and why parents of addicts experience it.
• Learn how to manage your emotions while still holding onto hope for your child’s recovery.
• Discover the importance of harm minimisation and self-care to prevent emotional burnout.

If you’ve ever felt the weight of loving someone through addiction, this episode will help you find clarity and resilience. Tune in now to gain insight and support on this challenging journey.

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.

What if your grief started long before your child was gone?

Many parents of children with substance use disorders experience anticipatory grief, mourning the future they imagined while their child is still alive. The stigma surrounding drug use often prevents life-saving conversations. In this episode, Jenny Ross-King shares her journey of loss, the realities of harm reduction, and how open, honest conversations can make all the difference.

• Understand how anticipatory grief affects parents of children struggling with addiction.
• Learn why stigma prevents crucial discussions and how to break the silence.
• Discover how harm reduction strategies like drug-checking services can save lives.

• Learn more about Ark Insights, an organization dedicated to improving drug education and harm reduction for young people, founded by Jennie Ross-King in honor of her daughter.

Press play now to learn how open conversations and harm reduction can protect the ones we love.

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.