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Children living in the shadows of addiction. Episode 3. Guardians Of The Family Secret
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Secrets can feel safer than truth when love is on the line. We explore how silence takes root in families affected by addiction, why children become guardians of the family story, and what it costs them in classrooms, friendships, and their own bodies. With clear, compassionate language, we unpack the psychodynamic idea of containment—how a steady adult transforms raw fear and confusion into feelings a child can hold—and what happens when addiction disrupts that process.
We share the story of Christopher, an eleven-year-old who arrived with stomach aches and few words…
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