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Dennehy’s story highlights a universal truth: children are acutely perceptive of their parents’ behaviors. As he reflects, he empathizes with his son, understanding what it feels like to be that young, watching a parent battle inner demons. He shares a vivid memory of his own father, Pat, who woke each morning with two Miller High Life beers and used vodka and Coke as a way to start his day. This upbringing ingrained in Dennehy a clear understanding of how substance abuse can impact a family.