Alcoholism and Recovery.com with Tom Farley

Community Outreach Director of Recovery.com, Tom Farley, meets with Bryce Hamilton LSCSW, in this episode to discuss addiction, recovery, sobriety, and his personal journey and experience. Tom shares what he learned witnessing addiction in his brother, Chris Farley, and then going through the process of recognizing addiction within himself and going through the recovery process. Together, Bryce and Tom share experience and perspectives as well as giving insightful advice and thought provoking commentary about reframing the way we view alcohol consumption for teens and adults. They define binge drinking, highlight signs and symptoms of alcohol abuse, discuss past regrets, and give advice for helping those in the recovery process, AA meetings, and the importance of mental health and empathy. Check out our video chat here! https://youtu.be/CoXuZGSaqhM #parentingteens #teentalk #ParentingAdvice #ChildDevelopment #FamilyWellness #ParentingSupport #TherapyTalk #accidentalexperts #brycehamiltonlcsw #teenadvice  #alcoholism #aa #alanon #friendsofbill #underagedrinking #addiction #teenaddiction #digitalparenting #depressioninteens #depression #anxiety #wellness #mentalhealthawareness  Tom Farley grew up in Madison, WI, and graduated from Georgetown University with a degree in Marketing. He began his career in banking and finance before running The Chris Farley Foundation (1999–2012), a nationally recognized nonprofit focused on substance abuse prevention. Through humor-based programs, he helped young people build communication skills and create supportive environments. In 2008, Tom co-authored The Chris Farley Show, a New York Times bestseller about his late brother, comedian Chris Farley. He has appeared on The Today Show, Good Morning America, and Larry King Live to discuss addiction and recovery. Now in recovery himself, Tom is a passionate advocate for mental health and addiction treatment. He works at Recovery.com, connecting people with the resources they need to heal. As a speaker, he shares his journey to break stigma, inspire hope, and foster connection. Tom lives in Madison, WI. Learn more at www.recovery.comFollow Tom on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasfarley/ Follow Accidental Experts on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556689800126Instagram: @accidental_expert_familyYouTube: @AccidentalExpertsFamilyTiktok: @Accidental_expertsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-hamilton-lscsw-b6770057/Email us: [email protected]