Discover why willpower isn't enough and how brain science, connection, and evidence-based strategies offer real hope for breaking addiction's grip.

How does science explain addiction and what recovery strategies actually work?








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Criado por ex-alunos da Universidade de Columbia em San Francisco

Nia: Welcome to your personalized BeFreed episode! Today we're diving deep into addiction-a topic that affects millions yet remains clouded in misconceptions and stigma. I'm Nia, joined by my brilliant co-host Jackson.
Jackson: I'm excited to be here, Nia! Our goal today is to unpack what addiction really is and share evidence-based strategies that actually work. We're drawing from leading addiction experts like Anna Lembke, Gabor Mate, and cutting-edge neuroscience research to give you a practical roadmap.
Nia: Exactly. And here's something crucial to remember-addiction isn't a moral failing or lack of willpower. It's a complex condition involving brain circuits, genetics, environment, and life experiences. Let's break this down in a way that makes sense.