Hear what leading addiction and recovery experts are talking about—addiction trends, topics and challenges as well as research, practices and advances that point the most promising way forward. Author and recovery advocate William C. Moyers serves as host of this thought-provoking interview series, brought to you by the renowned Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. Listen in on Moyers’ conversations with his colleagues who work at the forefront of addiction treatment, recovery and prevention, including noted clinicians, researchers, academics and other thought leaders. With equal parts information and inspiration, Let’s Talk Addiction & Recovery opens the door to help, healing and hope.
May 29, 2019
Addiction to alcohol or other drugs takes a heavy toll on families, including the loving relationship between a parent and young child. Children's counselors Jerry Moe and Helene Photias join host William C. Moyers to discuss the impact of a loved one's alcoholism or other drug addiction from a child's perspective. Learn why addiction is described as a family disease, what kinds of help and support are most effective, and how to involve children in the recovery process.