Brandi McCurdy, a critical care nurse practitioner and mother, shares her raw story of fighting a broken system, setting boundaries, and learning to love her daughter through addiction while prioritizing her own healing

Family estrangement, or the severing of family ties, is increasingly recognized as a prevalent issue, with a significant number of adults estranged from at least one family member. While exact statistics vary, research suggests that roughly one in four Americans may be estranged from a relative.