Addiction: The Brain’s Search for Relief
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Addiction is often misunderstood as a lack of willpower. In reality, it is deeply rooted in the brain, pain, and survival. On this episode of The People’s Podcast, we take a deep look at what addiction really is, what causes it, and why the brain keeps reaching for dopamine even when the consequences are devastating. We explore how trauma, stress, environment, and emotional wounds rewire the brain’s reward system, how dopamine shapes desire and craving, and why recovery requires…
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