Author Thomas Madigan’s New Book "I Survived: Living with the Trauma of a Dependent Parent" Explores the Author’s Experiences of Living with an Alcohol Dependent Father

Gold Canyon, AZ, September 02, 2026 --(PR.com)-- Thomas Madigan, a loving husband, father, and grandfather who holds a master’s degree in business administration, worked as a professional civil engineer, and as an adjunct professor has completed his new book, “I Survived: Living with the Trauma of a Dependent Parent”: a stirring account that explores the author’s experiences in living with an alcohol dependent father, its impact on his life, and how he found healing from his previous trauma.

In “I Survived: Living with the Trauma of a Dependent Parent,” author Thomas Madigan takes readers through his life experiences as he grew up with an alcoholic father who struggled from alcohol abuse until his death. The trauma that he and his entire family experienced as a result of that dependency had a major impact on Madigan’s life. To this day, the personality traits built around that trauma continue to challenge him. Thomas found success and a measure of release from the pain he experienced through counseling and support from mentors and, most specifically, through his wife, Sandee.

“For those of you who are experiencing the impacts of being an Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA), know that there are a lot of us out there in the world,” writes Madigan. “We are functioning, never totally past the pain, but moving forward in our lives each day.

“I wrote this book more for the cathartic release for me, to unburden myself of my past, and to honor the commitment I made to my mother on her deathbed to tell the story that she and I believed, having lived it, that no one else would believe.

“You are not alone. You have people around you that can help. Open up your heart and mind to others so they can be your mentors, your support, and your relational partners in recovery from your trauma. Seek professional help as I did. It makes a difference.”

Published by Page Publishing, Thomas Madigan’s poignant memoir will guide readers through many of the current theories on the causes of alcohol dependency, the author’s family history, personal challenges, and how it impacted his sister. Madigan’s story will also identify the personality traits typical in children of dependent parents and how, through his counseling and support from family and mentors, Thomas was able to recognize and address each trait as he moved forward in his life.

Deeply personal and emotionally candid, “I Survived” is sure to resonate with anyone who has faced similar trials of growing up with a dependent parent, helping them to know they are not alone in their struggles and that there is always hope for healing.

Readers who wish to experience this potent work can purchase “I Survived: Living with the Trauma of a Dependent Parent” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

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