Mental Health : Begin Addiction 1947 (Drinking by 13)
Social : Joined group 1955 (Catholic priesthood)
Social : Left group 1964 (Catholic priesthood)
Mental Health : End Addiction December 1965 (Low point, began recovery) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Relationship : Marriage 1969 (One kid)
American therapist, philosopher and author on methods of healing the inner child and dealing with addictions. He was ten when his alcoholic dad left; Bradshaw was raised by his mom and step-dad, both unresolved incest victims. By the time he graduated from high school, he was valedictorian and a raging alcoholic. Filled with anger, he had been drinking from the time he was 13. Bradshaw sought stability in the Catholic priesthood. He became a novitiate in 1955 and remained that way until he left in 1964. He joined AA, but turned from booze to drugs and was at a life low point when he surrendered in mid-December, 1965. He soon after began to work actively with AA, lecture, do management consulting and teach school. Bradshaw became the host of a talk show that led to fame with the PBS series, "Bradshaw on the Family." He was married from 1969-1989; he and his wife had one child, plus two of hers from a prior marriage. By 1995, he had five best-seller books and had been a lecturer for 30 years on the family. According to Bradshaw, 95% of all families are dysfunctional. Some therapists consider that he puts too much emphasis on childhood woes and too little on adult responsibility, adding to the victim-cult. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less
Bradshaw John was born on June 29, 1933, in Houston, United States. He was an influential figure known for his work in psychology and self-help. His contributions to understanding family dynamics and personal growth have left a lasting impact.
As of the latest updates, there have been no new developments in the public life of Bradshaw John, as he passed away on May 8, 2016. However, his legacy continues to thrive through his published works and the ongoing influence of his ideas in the field of psychology.
While Bradshaw John himself does not have an active social media presence, his work and theories continue to be discussed and shared on platforms like Twitter and Facebook by fans, psychologists, and those influenced by his teachings. Numerous fan pages and groups dedicated to his work keep his legacy alive online.
Bradshaw John was best known for his series of books and television programs focusing on family systems and inner child recovery. Although he is not involved in any recent projects due to his passing, his existing works, such as "Healing the Shame That Binds You" and "Homecoming: Reclaiming and Healing Your Inner Child," continue to be popular resources for individuals seeking personal development and healing.
Bradshaw's work has been instrumental in popularizing concepts such as the "inner child" and addressing family dysfunction. His television series, including "Bradshaw On: The Family," have been critically acclaimed and continue to be referenced in discussions about family therapy and personal growth.