5 - Joanne Hutsul - Psychology of Addiction5 - Joanne Hutsul - Psychology of Addiction
Change Truth
Joanne Hutsul is a Yukon psychologist who shares her professional opinion on addiction
31:54•10 Mar 2015
Unpacking Addiction: A Yukon Psychologist’s 25-Year Journey
“I always think there's good reasons for the defensiveness and that you need to respect the person's pacing at loosening them.”
What does it really mean to be addicted? In this episode of 'Change Truth', Carl Christensen sits down with Joanne Hutsul, a seasoned psychologist who has spent over 25 years treating addiction in the Yukon. Joanne takes us on a deep dive into the various ways addiction can present itself, often as a symptom of deeper, underlying issues. She breaks down the psychodynamic model of understanding addiction and warns about the dangers of intellectualizing it.
Joanne also discusses how attachment issues can play a significant role in addiction and shares her thoughts on the use of antidepressants for treating depression and anxiety, cautioning against viewing them as a cure-all. Lastly, she highlights the risks of black-and-white thinking in mental health. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone looking to better understand addiction and mental health.
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