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The Mind vs. the Brain: Where Does Addiction Actually Exist?
The Mind vs. the Brain: Where Does Addiction Actually Exist?
The Mind vs. the Brain: Where Does Addiction Actually Exist?
Thursday 12th May 2022
Explore if addiction exists in the mind or brain in this episode of The Freedom Model For Addictions. Discover a new approach to recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Mind or Brain? Unraveling Addiction Myths with The Freedom Model
A brain doesn't think, it doesn't feel, it doesn't experience, it doesn't do anything but process, like a hard drive in a computer, that which is given to it by the mind.
Is addiction rooted in the mind or the brain? This episode of 'The Freedom Model for Addictions' dives into this compelling question, challenging conventional wisdom and offering fresh perspectives. Hosts Mark Scheeren and Michelle Dunbar take on the widely held belief that addiction resides in the brain, a notion supported by many addiction professionals. But is this really the case? They argue that addiction is a temporary issue, with the brain merely acting as a processing tool for the mind.
Instead, they believe the mind, shaped by beliefs, desires, and habits, is the true driver of addiction. The episode goes further to critique traditional treatment methods, suggesting that rehab and 12-step programs might actually impede recovery. According to The Freedom Model, these approaches are based on myths and lack scientific backing. They propose an alternative path to recovery that empowers individuals to reshape their thoughts and beliefs.
By unlearning old habits and redefining their relationship with substances, people can move past addiction without being trapped in endless cycles of recovery. This episode offers a refreshing take on overcoming addiction by harnessing the power of the mind.