The Psychology of Addiction and Divorce: Finding the Why Behind the Behavior Part II

In Part II of our conversation on divorce and addiction, our host, Charles Hatley, Esq., and our guest therapist, Machion Garrison, dive deeper into what recovery really looks like when relationships, families, and long-standing patterns are involved.Building on last week’s discussion, Charles and Machion explore how addiction reshapes trust, creates cycles of codependency, and complicates family dynamics during and after divorce. Machion breaks down the critical difference between support and enabling, explaining why well-intentioned actions can sometimes reinforce harmful behavior instead of promoting healing.This episode provides practical coping strategies, guidance on recognizing behavioral shifts before relapse occurs, and honest advice for moving forward after divorce with accountability, self-forgiveness, and a strong support network in place.Whether you’re navigating addiction personally, supporting a loved one, or working through divorce where substance use is part of the story, we at Melone Hatley hope this episode provides clarity, compassion, and a realistic path forward.