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EP 59: She Overdosed 13 Times—Why I Never Gave Up on Harm Reduction
Episode 5914th July 2025 • Family Support In Addiction Recovery : Substance Abuse Disorder Tools Beyond Al- Anon • Paul King
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What if the key to saving your child from addiction isn’t forcing rock bottom, but showing more love than ever before—even when they’re still using?

If you're a parent struggling to support a child in active addiction, this episode explores a path that challenges traditional approaches. Rather than relying on tough love or waiting for your loved one to hit rock bottom, you'll discover how harm reduction can be a compassionate, practical strategy to keep them alive and connected long enough to heal.

  • Understand what harm reduction really looks like at home, far beyond just medication.
  • Learn why traditional models of shame and ultimatums often fail—and what actually fosters recovery.
  • Hear a deeply personal story of resilience and love from a mother whose daughter overdosed 13 times and is now in recovery.

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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.

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