Marking a significant milestone, Dr. Josh King takes listeners on a reflective journey through three years of The Beyond Addiction Show. In this special anniversary episode, Dr. King revisits some of the most impactful conversations with experts in the fields of addiction treatment and mental health. From understanding the intricate relationship between trauma and substance use to exploring the role of dopamine in our brains, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

Ever wondered how exposure therapy can aid in treating PTSD and addiction simultaneously? Or how nature and wilderness can play a role in improving mental well-being? Dr. King covers it all by highlighting past episodes featuring specialists like David Yusko and Daniel Lieberman. This episode is a treasure trove of information for anyone interested in the science behind addiction and recovery. Whether you're personally affected by these issues or just curious about the topic, Dr.

King's reflections offer a deep dive into the complexities of mental health and substance abuse. Tune in for an episode that promises to be both enlightening and supportive, reminding us all of the importance of evidence-based treatments and compassionate care.

Join Dr. Josh King as he reflects on three years of expert conversations about addiction, trauma, and mental health on The Beyond Addiction Show.

Celebrating Three Years of The Beyond Addiction Show with Dr. Josh King

Dr. Josh King welcomes you to another episode of <a href= "https://motivationandchange.com/the-beyond-addiction-show/"> The Beyond Addiction Show</a>, this episode is the one marking the third anniversary of this podcast an important time to be grateful to all the audience and the incredible smart guests that had taken part in these conversations, the feedback from all of you who are listening are simply invaluable and work as the fuel to get this space going.   Today, Dr. King is sharing the highlights from past episodes where the experts share about addiction, PTSD, anxiety, and the different therapeutic approaches developed to support and help people struggling with their (physical, mental and spiritual) health.   Key Takeaways: [2:08] Dr. King shares highlights from past episodes. [2:16] Listen to a part of the episode with <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/david-yusko-on-the-treatment-of-addiction-and-ptsd/id1443006588?i=1000425753409"> David Yusko on the Treatment of Addiction and PTSD</a> where he talks about exposure therapy and its benefits. [10:12] David Yusko talks about the overlap between trauma and substance use. [13:32] How does David Yusco treat substance abuse and trauma? [17:45] Daniel Lieberman talks about the role of dopamine in the brain and its relationship with substance use. [18:24] <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/your-brain-on-dopamine-with-daniel-lieberman/id1443006588?i=1000450995947"> Your Brain on Dopamine with  Daniel Lieberman </a> [19:10] What role does dopamine play in evolution? [20:17] Daniel Lieberman gives examples of how dopamine works. [23:36] Daniel Lieberman explains why anticipating something is very different of having it. [24:29] What are the chemicals that give people sustained enjoyment? [27:09] Are people naturally born with either more dopamine or the”here and now” chemicals? [28:23] Is there something that can be done to change the ratio of dopamine and ”here and now” chemicals? [30:16] <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/is-addiction-a-learning-disorder-with-maia-szalavitz/id1443006588?i=1000441153718"> Is Addiction a Learning Disorder with Maia Szalavitz</a> [31:58] Maia and Dr. King talk about how punishing substance users do not work. [33:00] Addiction can be considered a learning disorder. [38:18] Addiction does not get worse with time. [39:22] <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shining-a-new-light-on-adhd-w-dr-ned-hallowell/id1443006588?i=1000437662558"> Shining a New Light on ADHD with Dr. Ned Hallowell</a> [40:04] Dr. Hallowell describes what ADHD is. [43:04] ADD can take you to the hights or to the depths. [44:35] The ADD mind is endlessly curious. [46:22] Dr. Hallowell talks about the great problem with addiction and ADHD. [48:44] Distraction vs curiosity. [51:10] <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bathing-in-nature-with-florence-williams/id1443006588?i=1000449599196"> Bathing in Nature with Florence Williams </a> [51:23] Florence williams talks about nature deficit disorder Mentioned in this Episode: <a href= "https://motivationandchange.com/the-beyond-addiction-show/"> The Beyond Addiction Show</a>  <a href="https://motivationandchange.com/">Center for Motivation and Change</a> <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/CenterForMotivationAndChange"> Center for Motivation and Change on Facebook</a>, <a href= "https://twitter.com/_TheCMC">Twitter</a>, and <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/company/center-for-motivation-and-change/"> Linkedin</a>   Email Dr. Josh King at <a href= "mailto:beyondaddiction@motivationandchange.com">beyondaddiction@motivationandchange.com</a>  or tweet him at <a href= "https://twitter.com/docjoshking?lang=en">@DocJoshKing</a>   <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Molecule-More-Chemical-Creativity_and-Determine/dp/1948836580"> The Molecule of More: How a Single Chemical in Your Brain Drives Love, Sex, and Creativity--and Will Determine the Fate of the Human Race</a>, Daniel Z. Lieberman and Michael E. Long    Tweetables and Quotes: (16:30) “You need to treat trauma and PTSD at the same time”— David Yusco <a href="https://twitter.com/_TheCMC">@_TheCMC</a>  (18:52) “The dopamine circuits in our brain are absolutely esencial for our survival.”— Daniel Lieberman <a href="https://twitter.com/_TheCMC">@_TheCMC</a>  (20:05) “Dopamine is the chemical that coordinates the behavior to pursue things that we want but do not have”— Daniel Lieberman <a href= "https://twitter.com/_TheCMC">@_TheCMC</a>  (22:38) “Anticipation sometimes exceeds realization” <a href= "https://twitter.com/_TheCMC">@_TheCMC</a> <a href= "https://twitter.com/docjoshking?lang=en">@DocJoshKing</a> (32:12) “In order to recover you have to learn the coping skills you didn’t have, that is why punishing people for not having those skills does not really teach them.” — Maia Szalavitz  <a href= "https://twitter.com/_TheCMC">@_TheCMC</a> (38:18) “Addiction does not get worse with time, actually the longer you are addicted the more likely you are to potentially recover.” — Maia Szalavitz  <a href= "https://twitter.com/_TheCMC">@_TheCMC</a> (40:50) “ADHD can be an amazing asset or a terrible curse, that depending on how you manage it” — Dr. Ned Hallowell <a href="https://twitter.com/_TheCMC">@_TheCMC</a> (41:37) “ADHD is the entrepreneurial trait.” — Dr. Ned Hallowell <a href= "https://twitter.com/_TheCMC">@_TheCMC</a> (45:06) “Creativity is impulsivity going right.” — Dr. Ned Hallowell <a href= "https://twitter.com/_TheCMC">@_TheCMC</a>

Three-Year Anniversary Episode with Dr. Josh King

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The Beyond Addiction show is a weekly podcast hosted by Dr. Josh King where he talks about the evidence-based treatments of substance abuse and other co-occurring behaviors. In his role as Director of Digital and Clinical Service Integration at the Center for Motivation and Change in New York City, Dr. King interviews leaders in the fields of treatment and research, as well as talking to those people who are working to change the conversation around substance use.

The Beyond Addiction Show

Marking a significant milestone, Dr. Josh King takes listeners on a reflective journey through three years of The Beyond Addiction Show. In this special anniversary episode, Dr. King revisits some of the most impactful conversations with experts in the fields of addiction treatment and mental health. From understanding the intricate relationship between trauma and substance use to exploring the role of dopamine in our brains, this episode is packed with valuable insights.Ever wondered how exposure therapy can aid in treating PTSD and addiction simultaneously? Or how nature and wilderness can play a role in improving mental well-being? Dr. King covers it all by highlighting past episodes featuring specialists like David Yusko and Daniel Lieberman. This episode is a treasure trove of information for anyone interested in the science behind addiction and recovery. Whether you're personally affected by these issues or just curious about the topic, Dr.King's reflections offer a deep dive into the complexities of mental health and substance abuse. Tune in for an episode that promises to be both enlightening and supportive, reminding us all of the importance of evidence-based treatments and compassionate care.

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The Center for Motivation and Change

Three-Year Anniversary Episode with Dr. Josh King

Three-Year Anniversary Episode with Dr. Josh King

Three-Year Anniversary Episode with Dr. Josh King

Wednesday 8th December 2021

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Celebrating Three Years of The Beyond Addiction Show with Dr. Josh King