An essential resource for families coping with adolescent substance abuse. Stephanie Ballmer, Psy.D. interviews parents speaking honestly about their experience in dealing with their child's chemical dependency. The disappointment, broken trust, and helplessness are real. Feelings of guilt, anger, frustration, and disappointment are common.

This valuable film shows parents reflecting on the process of accepting their child's substance abuse and the family's contribution through denial and enabling. Parents confess the pain and guilt they feel in letting their child take responsibility for choices made and the consequences that may follow. They rely on groups like ToughLove and Because I Love You for support. They discover that they are not alone on this emotional journey; it is one shared by many parents and families.

This program is an ideal tool to assist parents and family members in making a personal plan for recovery.

• Codependency
• Treatment
• Families / Relationships