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Ep. 59: Unbroken Brain
Ep. 59: Unbroken Brain
Ep. 59: Unbroken Brain
Monday 1st August 2016
Maia Szalavitz discusses her book 'Unbroken Brain' on Right Turn Radio, offering a fresh perspective on addiction as learned behavior.
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Addiction: Maia Szalavitz on 'Unbroken Brain' and New Approaches
Addiction is really like falling in love with the wrong person.
Ever thought about addiction as more than just a disease? In this compelling episode of Right Turn Radio, hosts Jon Cohan, Abby Dean, and Woody Giessmann sit down with Maia Szalavitz, an acclaimed reporter and author, to discuss her groundbreaking book, 'Unbroken Brain: A Revolutionary New Way of Understanding Addiction'. Szalavitz challenges the conventional wisdom by arguing that addiction is a learned behavior rather than a brain disease. This fresh perspective opens up new avenues for treatment and recovery.
During the conversation, they delve into the historical quirks of drug laws, the often-overlooked racial biases embedded within them, and why alternative therapies might be more effective than traditional 12-step programs. Szalavitz also emphasizes the importance of finding new passions and interests as part of the recovery journey. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding addiction through a different lens.
Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just curious about new approaches to addiction, this episode offers valuable insights and a fresh perspective.