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Dawn Farm Addiction and Recovery Education Series

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  • Addiction 101 - September 2017

Addiction 101 - September 2017

Monday 23rd October 2017

James Balmer explains the science behind addiction and offers practical recovery strategies in this enlightening episode from the Dawn Farm Education Series.
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Dawn Farm Addiction and Recovery Education Series
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Addiction 101: Demystifying Alcohol and Drug Dependency

When this part of the brain gets hijacked, this part of the brain loses its top-down control, and that's why you've got people who are living in a way that's not consistent with their values and they don't understand it.
Ever wondered how addiction really works? In this episode, James Balmer, President of Dawn Farm, breaks down the complex world of alcohol and drug addiction. He starts by exploring how initial and ongoing substance use affects the brain, transforming it into a chronic disease. Balmer's experience since co-founding Dawn Farm in 1973 brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. He doesn't just stop at the science; he dives into the cultural factors that influence addiction and recovery.
This episode is part of the Dawn Farm Education Series, a free resource aiming to dispel myths and provide practical advice on chemical dependency. Whether you're personally affected by addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights into the journey of recovery. From understanding the brain's role in addiction to learning about effective recovery strategies, you'll find this episode both enlightening and hopeful.
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