Episode 218: Supporting Young Adults with Addiction

Episode 218: Supporting Young Adults with Addiction

Summary:

This week on the podcast, we wrap up our series on substance use with an honest and compassionate conversation about supporting young adults who are struggling with addiction. Joining us again are Kim McWilliams and Sarah Grado, who bring both personal insight and professional experience to this deeply important topic.

We begin by exploring why this issue is so relevant today—looking at current statistics, the driving factors behind them, and the real-life experiences of youth that go beyond the numbers. From there, we shift to the power of connection on the other side of addiction: what healthy connection looks like, how to hold loving boundaries, and how to tell the difference between enabling and supporting.

Finally, we turn our attention to those who walk alongside someone battling addiction. Kim and Sarah share practical ways supporters can stay healthy, find hope, and access meaningful resources and peer support. Whether you're personally impacted or seeking to understand more, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and encouragement for anyone navigating the journey of addiction and recovery.

Resource Links:

NotMyKid

Recovery Support Groups for Addiction: One Size Does Not Fit All

Find Help - Celebrate Recovery

Where to Get Started Support Groups for Families of Addicts – Guide 2025

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Facebook: @FosteringVoicesPodcast
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Web: www.fosterarizona.org

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