Kenneth Anderson
Kenneth Anderson
Memoirs of an Addicted Brain
Memoirs of an Addicted Brain
Memoirs of an Addicted Brain
Wednesday 11th July 2012
Marc D Lewis discusses his book 'Memoirs of an Addicted Brain' on 'Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS', exploring the science and personal experience of addiction.
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Get the buttons here!Marc D Lewis: A Neuroscientist's Candid Look at Addiction
My attraction to drugs, to opiates, became infused with repulsion, negativity, disgust, all these aversive feelings which became so powerful that even the pull toward it... was kind of tattered and stained and plagued by all these negative feelings, kind of almost an attraction and a repulsion in one.
What happens when a neuroscientist looks back on his own life of addiction? In this episode of 'Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS', host Kenneth Anderson sits down with Marc D Lewis, PhD, to discuss his eye-opening book, 'Memoirs of an Addicted Brain'. Lewis doesn't just recount his experiences with drugs; he breaks down the science behind addiction, making it accessible and relatable.
You'll hear about the addictive nature of opiates, how our brains build associations and synaptic networks, and why some people get hooked while others don't. Marc also tackles hot-button issues like the idea of hitting rock bottom and whether addiction should be classified as a disease. But it's not all theory—Marc shares his personal journey through addiction and recovery, shedding light on the role of therapy and self-talk in finding a way out.
This episode offers a unique blend of scientific insight and personal experience, providing listeners with a richer understanding of addiction and the hope that recovery is within reach.