Ep 59: How to prevent substance abuse in our children? Part 2 with Jess Lahey!

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Jessica Lahey returns for a part 2 discussion!  On last weeks episode we discussed her book, "The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed" and on this weeks podcast we discuss her second book, "The Addiction Inoculation,  Raising Healthy kids in a Culture of Dependence. "  This podcast episode is an important episode for parents raising children ---as she gives clear, evidence based information on how to help our children avoid substance abuse.  Her book is an incredible and pertinent book for parents to read.

In addition to being an accomplished, New York Times best selling author, Jessica received her law degree, and she spent many years as an English and writing teacher.  She also cohosts a writing and creativity podcast, #amwriting.  

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