Why Quitting is So Hard: Understanding Addiction
Summary
Host Courtney Allison interviews Dr. Jonathan Avery, an addiction psychiatrist, to explore the neurobiology and stigma surrounding addiction. They discuss how substances and behaviors like gambling hijack the brain’s reward systems, the role of trauma, and emerging treatments including GLP-1 medications. Dr. Avery emphasizes that recovery is possible through connection, reducing stigma, and addressing co-occurring mental health conditions.
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