FitMind: Neuroscience, Meditation & Mental Fitness Training
FitMind: Neuroscience, Meditation & Mental Fitness Training
#35: Mindfulness & Addiction - Judson Brewer, MD, PhD
#35: Mindfulness & Addiction - Judson Brewer, MD, PhD
#35: Mindfulness & Addiction - Judson Brewer, MD, PhD
Tuesday 3rd March 2020
Dr. Judson Brewer reveals how mindfulness can help overcome addiction in The FitMind Podcast. Tune in for insights on meditation and mental fitness.
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Get the buttons here!Breaking the Chains: Dr. Judson Brewer on Mindfulness and Addiction
You could bring mindfulness in to help people notice that urge to act, but I can actually just sit there and watch that sensation come and go and I don't have to act on it.
What if you could harness the power of your mind to break free from addiction? In this compelling episode of The FitMind Podcast, host Liam McClintock sits down with Dr. Judson Brewer, a renowned psychiatrist and neuroscientist, to explore just that. Dr. Jud, as he's affectionately known, has spent over two decades at prestigious institutions like Yale, MIT, and Brown University, diving deep into the brain's mechanisms behind negative behavior patterns and addictions.
With a unique blend of mindfulness and cutting-edge neuroscience, Dr. Jud has developed meditation-based techniques that have shown promising results in treating anxiety, eating disorders, and smoking addiction. His work has garnered attention from major outlets like CNN's 60 Minutes and TIME, and his TED talk on 'The Craving Mind' has captivated millions. In this episode, you'll discover how mindfulness can alter brain activity to help break the cycle of addiction. Dr.
Jud also sheds light on cognitive biases and subjective perceptions that fuel addictive behaviors. The conversation doesn't stop there; it delves into neurofeedback and its potential in mental fitness training. Dr. Jud shares his vision for the future of addiction research and how these advancements can be applied to help people overcome their struggles. Whether you're battling addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers invaluable insights and practical advice on harnessing mindfulness for lasting change.
Tune in to learn how you can transform your mental fitness and take the first step towards breaking free from addiction.