Joel Young

About the Author

Joel Young is a compassionate author and advocate whose work delves into the profound emotional challenges faced by families navigating mental illness and substance abuse. Drawing from personal experiences and extensive research, he offers practical guidance and empathetic insights to help parents and loved ones cope with the heartbreak of an adult child's struggles. In his acclaimed book, When Your Adult Child Breaks Your Heart: Coping with Mental Illness, Substance Abuse, and the Problems That Tear Families Apart, Young explores the complexities of addiction, psychiatric disorders, and family dynamics, providing tools for healing and resilience. With a background in counseling and a commitment to destigmatizing mental health issues, Young's writing serves as a beacon of hope for those rebuilding shattered bonds.