Melissa Travis
Melissa Travis
Our addicted brains
Our addicted brains
Our addicted brains
Wednesday 2nd June 2021
Melissa Travis explains how addiction hijacks the brain's reward system and shares her personal journey with trauma and recovery.
Explicit
20 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Compassionate
Thought-provoking
Supportive
About this podcast
Author:
Melissa Travis
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Episodes:
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Get the buttons here!The Brain on Addiction: Understanding the Dopamine Trap
I'm not saying that when you're missing and they say they didn't do it, they're not lying. I'm saying, when they're telling you that they can't stop or they just need it, they're not lying to you. Their brain is making them believe that because their brain has changed.
Ever wondered why addiction feels like an endless loop you can't escape? In this episode of 'Our Addicted World', host Melissa Travis dives deep into how our brains get hooked on substances. She explains how addiction hijacks the brain's reward system, making us crave that next hit just to feel normal. Melissa doesn't just stop at the science; she opens up about her own struggles with trauma and addiction, making this episode both informative and deeply personal.
You'll hear about the devastating effects of addiction on relationships and finances, and why breaking free is so challenging. But it's not all doom and gloom. Melissa also explores various treatment options, from medication to support programs, emphasizing that the journey to recovery is unique for everyone. The episode also touches on the opioid crisis and the deadly dangers of fentanyl, providing a sobering look at the current landscape of addiction.
Whether you're battling addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and a compassionate perspective on a complex issue.