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What do you do when your child shows up high at 2AM, banging on the door, and you've already said they can't come home?

If you're a parent or loved one struggling to enforce boundaries with someone battling addiction, this episode will feel painfully familiar. Late-night chaos, broken rules, and the impossible choice between enforcing consequences or ensuring safety—these are the moments that test your resolve and your heart.

• Understand the critical difference between rigid rules and boundaries you can actually uphold when it counts.
• Learn how to navigate late-night emergencies, emotional blackmail, and the constant fear of violence or self-harm.
• Discover creative compromises and hear real-life examples of maintaining safety while preserving compassion and dignity.

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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.