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EP 100: When Your Loved One Lies About Using: How to Support an Addict Without Losing Trust

EP 100: When Your Loved One Lies About Using: How to Support an Addict Without Losing Trust

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Have you ever caught your loved one using again after they promised they’d stopped—and felt completely shattered by the lie?

If you're the parent, partner, or family member of someone struggling with addiction, you know the emotional rollercoaster of hope, betrayal, fear, and heartbreak. This episode dives deep into the painful reality of when someone you love lies about their substance use—and how to respond without destroying trust or your own well-being

  • Discover why your loved one might lie—even when they want to change
  • Learn the crucial shift in mindset that can reduce your stress and protect your relationship.
  • Hear from real experiences about how acceptance, boundaries, and non-judgmental communication can bring peace even in chaos.

Listen now to learn how to support your addicted loved one while staying grounded, hopeful, and emotionally strong.

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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