Unlock the Secrets of Addiction Recovery

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Hey there, I’m Timothy Harrington, and I’ve spent two decades working as a family coach, helping parents navigate the tumultuous waters of addiction recovery. Today, I want to share some insights and secrets I’ve gathered along the way, especially for parents dealing with a child’s addiction. Trust me; you’re not alone in this journey.

Understanding Addiction: The Foundation for Recovery

Definition and Types of Addiction

Let’s start by unraveling the mystery of addiction. Addiction isn’t just about substances like drugs or alcohol; it can be anything that takes precedence in a person’s life — from shopping to gambling to food. Understanding the broad spectrum of addiction is the first step.

I once had a client, let’s call her Sarah, who was struggling to grasp her son’s addiction (we can also refer to it as a relationship) to video games. Sarah thought it was harmless, but as we dug deeper, she realized it was impacting his life in significant ways, just like any other addiction.

The Science Behind Addiction

Now, let’s get a bit nerdy — in a good way. Addiction, properly understood, is neither a disease to be cured — though it has aspects of a disease — nor a problem to be…