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Episode 2 - What Is Addiction?
Episode 2 - What Is Addiction?
Episode 2 - What Is Addiction?
Thursday 11th February 2021
Dr. Ashish Bhatt explains addiction's causes and offers recovery strategies in 'Straight Talk with the Doc'. Tune in for expert insights and support.
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Down Addiction: Dr. Bhatt's Straight Talk on Causes and Solutions
Addiction is a chronic medical disease that involves the interaction of brain circuitry, genetics, the environment, and an individual's life experiences, and how one engages and responds to substances of abuse in a compulsive, obsessive manner, despite a lot of negative consequences.
What exactly is addiction, and why does it grip so many lives? In this episode of 'Straight Talk with the Doc', Dr. Ashish Bhatt, a top psychiatrist and addiction medicine specialist, teams up with Haley to tackle these pressing questions. They dive deep into the brain's role in addiction, discussing how genetics, environment, and personal experiences intertwine to create this chronic medical condition. Dr. Bhatt emphasizes that addiction isn't just about poor choices—it's a complex disease influenced by many factors.
From the highly addictive nature of nicotine to the recent surge in cocaine overdoses, this episode sheds light on how different substances impact the brain similarly, despite their varied effects. The conversation doesn't stop at understanding addiction; it also explores practical steps for overcoming it. Dr. Bhatt stresses the importance of changing the environment and psychological framework in which substance use occurs. Building a supportive network and replacing negative influences with positive ones are key strategies for recovery.
If you're struggling with addiction or know someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice to help you or your loved ones start the journey to recovery.