In this video, I share Eric’s story—how his early experimentation with substances in high school gradually developed into addiction. I speak candidly about the mistakes we made as parents, what we wish we had known sooner, and the turning points that led us to take better care of ourselves while also learning how to more effectively support Eric through his substance use disorder (SUD). Our hope is that by sharing our experience, other families facing similar challenges will feel less alone and more empowered to seek help.