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Scenario

When explaining addiction to children becomes more complicated over time

I told my twelve-year-old that mommy has a disease that makes her act differently sometimes but I don't think he believes me anymore

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The language we use to protect children from difficult truths eventually collides with their growing awareness of reality.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Addiction and parenting?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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