EP 60: Why “They Don’t Want Recovery” Is a Dangerous Myth About Addiction

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Is your loved one’s relapse making you believe they don’t want recovery?

If you’re a parent or family member watching your child relapse again and again, it can feel like they don’t want help, leaving you exhausted, fearful, and ready to walk away. This episode breaks down why repeated relapse isn’t proof of hopelessness, but often part of recovery—and how staying connected can become the bridge your loved one needs toward stability.

• You will learn why relapse does not mean your loved one is beyond help, even if it happens over and over.
• You will understand the research-backed truth that recovery is rarely a straight line, reducing the shame and fear you may carry.
• You will discover how staying connected with healthy boundaries can increase your child’s chance of finding stability, while preserving your own wellbeing in the process.

Listen now to discover how your love, presence, and belief can become the lifeline your child needs to recover, even when relapse happens.

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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.

DISCLAIMER 

Every family is different — if you’re supporting someone through addiction, please make decisions that are right for you, ideally in consultation with qualified professionals and appropriate support networks.