It’s a truth many parents may ignore.



In this compelling episode, Jessica Lahey, bestselling author of The Gift of Failure and The Addiction Inoculation takes us through her personal battle with addiction to spotlight the critical importance of honest conversations about substance abuse with our children.



Lahey emphasizes the need to sift fact from fiction in discussing the effects of drugs and alcohol on developing brains, setting clear boundaries, and providing accurate, age-appropriate information.



She advocates for starting these discussions early, leveraging her insights to guide parents on fostering an environment of trust and informed decision-making, while also highlighting the role of professional support in overcoming addiction.



Listen For

2:06 Substance Use Prevention in Kids

4:16 The Role of Honest Conversations

5:52 Genetic Factors in Substance Use Disorder

23:31 Early Conversations and Education



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Guest: JESSICA LAHEY

Website | Jessica's Books | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram



Contact Kate:

Email | Website | Kate’s Book on Amazon | LinkedIn | Facebook | X

It’s a truth many parents may ignore.
 
In this compelling episode, Jessica Lahey, bestselling author of The Gift of Failure and The Addiction Inoculation takes us through her personal battle with addiction to spotlight the critical importance of honest conversations about substance abuse with our children.
 
Lahey emphasizes the need to sift fact from fiction in discussing the effects of drugs and alcohol on developing brains, setting clear boundaries, and providing accurate, age-appropriate information.
 
She advocates for starting these discussions early, leveraging her insights to guide parents on fostering an environment of trust and informed decision-making, while also highlighting the role of professional support in overcoming addiction.
 
Listen For
2:06 Substance Use Prevention in Kids
4:16 The Role of Honest Conversations
5:52 Genetic Factors in Substance Use Disorder
23:31 Early Conversations and Education
 
Leave a rating/review for this podcast <a href="https://ratethispodcast.com/parentingandpersonalities">with one click</a>
 
Guest: JESSICA LAHEY
<a href="https://www.jessicalahey.com/">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.jessicalahey.com/books">Jessica's Books</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-lahey-b815a366/">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jessicapottslahey/">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/teacherlahey/?hl=en">Instagram</a>
 
Contact Kate:
<a href="mailto:thepersonalitycoach@gmail.com">Email</a> | <a href="https://katemasonauthor.com/podcast/">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/This-Monster-Treasure-House-Understanding/dp/198973734X">Kate’s Book on Amazon</a> | <a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/kate-mason-185a3585">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThePersonalityCoach/">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/KateMasonAuthor">X</a>

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Parenting and Personalities

In this compelling episode, Jessica Lahey, bestselling author of The Gift of Failure and The Addiction Inoculation takes us through her personal battle with addiction to spotlight the critical importance of honest conversations about substance abuse with our children.