Hopestream for Parenting Kids through Drug Use and Addiction

Hopestream is the defacto resource for parents who have a teen or young adult child who’s misusing drugs or alcohol, hosted by Brenda Zane. Brenda is a Mayo Clinic Certified health & wellness coach, CRAFT Parent Coach, and mom of a son who nearly lost his life to addiction. Guests include addiction, prevention, and treatment experts, family members impacted by their loved one’s substance use, and wellness and self-care specialists. You’ll also hear heartfelt messages from me, your host. It’s a safe, nurturing respite from the chaos and confusion you live with. We gather in our private communities between the episodes, The Stream for moms and The Woods for dads. Learn more at www.hopestreamcommunity.org.

Finding the Right Addiction & Mental Health Treatment Options for Teens and Young Adults with Jenney Wilder of All Kinds of Therapy

Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Finding the Right Addiction & Mental Health Treatment Options for Teens and Young Adults with Jenney Wilder of All Kinds of Therapy
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When your teen or young adult is struggling with substance misuse or mental health challenges, finding the right treatment program can feel overwhelming. Educational consultant Jenney Wilder, who has a master’s degree in education, shares her insights on navigating this complex landscape and making informed decisions for your child. Why Google Isn’t Enough for Finding

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When Addiction Takes Over: Grieving Your Living Child and Normal Life with Brenda Zane

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
When Addiction Takes Over: Grieving Your Living Child and Normal Life with Brenda Zane
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When your child is in active addiction, you experience a type of grief that feels impossible to put into words. It’s not the grief of losing someone to death, but something equally painful and far more complex – mourning someone who is physically present but emotionally unreachable. The Unique Torture of Living with Active Addiction

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A School-Based Program Identifying Personality Traits That Put Teens at Risk for Substance Use, with Dr. Patricia Conrod

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
A School-Based Program Identifying Personality Traits That Put Teens at Risk for Substance Use, with Dr. Patricia Conrod
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When it comes to preventing substance use in teens, traditional approaches often focus on educating young people about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. But what if the key to prevention lies not in teaching kids about substances, but in helping them understand themselves? Dr. Patricia Conrod, a clinical psychologist and Professor of Psychiatry at

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Natural Consequences: The Value of Letting Your Child With Substance Use Disorder Make Mistakes with Brenda Zane

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Natural Consequences: The Value of Letting Your Child With Substance Use Disorder Make Mistakes with Brenda Zane
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When your child struggles with substance use, every parental instinct screams at you to step in, fix things, and protect them from harm. But what if that very impulse—what Brenda calls ‘bubble wrapping’—is actually preventing them from learning the lessons they need most? What Bubble Wrapping Really Means Bubble wrapping is when parents step in

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Closing the Post-Treatment Gap: Showing Up for Teens When They Need it Most with Dave Herz and Willow Rubin

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Closing the Post-Treatment Gap: Showing Up for Teens When They Need it Most with Dave Herz and Willow Rubin
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When teens return home from residential treatment, they enter a critical period that can make or break their recovery progress. Dave Herz and Willow Rubin have spent decades developing a community-based aftercare model that meets young people exactly where they are—literally and emotionally. The Post-Treatment Reality The statistics reveal a significant need: 75% of the

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Ten Hard Truths You Need to Know if Your Teen is Experimenting With Drugs or Alcohol with Brenda Zane

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Ten Hard Truths You Need to Know if Your Teen is Experimenting With Drugs or Alcohol with Brenda Zane
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When you first discover or suspect your teen is experimenting with drugs or alcohol, it’s natural to want to look away. As one parent who’s been through this journey shares, sometimes it feels easier in the short term to bury your head in the sand and hope the problem disappears on its own. But today’s

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Wilderness Therapy for Teens and Young Adults: A History and Considerations for Parents with Will White, DA, MSW

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Wilderness Therapy for Teens and Young Adults: A History and Considerations for Parents with Will White, DA, MSW
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Wilderness therapy represents a unique intersection of professional clinical care and outdoor experiential learning. For parents considering this option for their struggling teen or young adult, understanding its history, effectiveness, and how to choose quality programs is essential. The Evolution of Wilderness Therapy in America The roots of wilderness therapy reach back nearly a century.

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Exploring Racial Disparities in Addiction Awareness, Education and Treatment with Brenda Zane

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Exploring Racial Disparities in Addiction Awareness, Education and Treatment with Brenda Zane
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Substance use disorder affects families across all racial and ethnic backgrounds, but the experience of addiction—and access to treatment—varies dramatically depending on race. This episode tackles an uncomfortable truth: despite having lower rates of substance use disorder than some other populations, Black communities face systemic barriers that create devastating outcomes. Understanding Substance Use Disorder Rates

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Discreet, Whole-Person Therapy for High-Profile & Celebrity Families with Aaron & Lin Sternlicht

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Discreet, Whole-Person Therapy for High-Profile & Celebrity Families with Aaron & Lin Sternlicht
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When substance use disorders enter a family, they don’t discriminate based on wealth, status, or public profile. Aaron and Lin Sternlicht, therapists who run Family Addiction Specialists in New York, understand this reality intimately – both from their professional work with high-profile families and from their own personal recovery journeys. Personal Experience Shapes Professional Practice

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Tips For Better Sleep When Your Child is Misusing Drugs or Alcohol, with Brenda Zane

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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Tips For Better Sleep When Your Child is Misusing Drugs or Alcohol, with Brenda Zane
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When your child is misusing drugs or alcohol, sleep often becomes one of the first casualties. The constant worry, fear, and hypervigilance can make restful nights feel impossible. Yet sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity for your health and your ability to help your child through their struggles. The Sleep Crisis for Parents The American

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