With An Almost 18-Year-Old Who's Smoking Pot Daily, Mom Wants to Know, Am I Doing Enough?

ABOUT THE EPISODE:It's a question asked by so many parents, "Am I doing enough?" In this coaching episode Susan shares how her almost 18-year-old son isn't in legal trouble, is doing fairly well in school, works, and also smokes pot daily, which has her worried. She wonders if she'll regret it down the road if she doesn't engage him in formal treatment before he turns 18.It's a story many can relate to, knowing your son or daughter could be worse, and at the same time knowing they could be better. Susan talks about what she believes led to her son's substance use, including a divorce from her husband who was dealing with his own addiction. She works on getting clear about what she most fears, and what she can and can't live with related to her son's substance use.  We brainstorm communication tactics that might allow Susan and her son to have more real conversations and talk about the possibilities of more serious drug use. I can't thank Susan enough for her vulnerability in allowing her coaching session to be used as a way to help other parents in the struggle.This podcast is part of a nonprofit called Hopestream CommunityLearn about The Stream, our private online community for momsFind us on Instagram hereWatch the podcast on YouTube hereDownload a free e-book, Worried Sick: A Compassionate Guide For Parents When Your Teen or Young Adult Child Misuses Drugs and AlcoholHopestream Community is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and an Amazon Associate. We may make a small commission if you purchase from our links.