The Freedom Model
The Freedom Model
Science and The Mind
Science and The Mind
Science and The Mind
Thursday 7th September 2023
Michelle Dunbar challenges the brain-disease model of addiction, focusing on pleasure, dopamine, and free will in this enlightening episode.
44 minutes
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Addiction is not a disease controlled by brain biochemistry
- The mind plays a crucial role in shaping beliefs and behaviours
- Challenging the belief that addiction is a disease
- Debunking myths and misinformation about addiction
- Embracing free will, autonomy, and individual empowerment
Your mind is an enormously free thing, free thinking thing. Nobody knows what that free thinking thing is, but we all know we think. So really what we're going to talk about philosophically is the subjectivity of pleasure.
Ever wondered if science has all the answers when it comes to addiction? In this eye-opening episode of 'The Freedom Model for Addictions', Michelle Dunbar, along with co-founders Mark Sheeran and Stephen Slate, tackle the complex relationship between pleasure, dopamine, and addiction. They challenge the widely held belief that addiction is purely a brain disease dictated by biochemistry. Instead, they offer a refreshing perspective that emphasizes the power of free will and personal choice.
By debunking common myths and misconceptions, they aim to empower individuals to take control of their lives. Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting a loved one, this episode provides valuable insights into how mindset and autonomy play crucial roles in overcoming addiction.