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Chapter V - Will
Chapter V - Will
Chapter V - Will
Thursday 1st January 1970
Dr. George Barton Cutten explores how chronic alcoholism undermines willpower and mental faculties. Learn about memory's role and self-control challenges.
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Get the buttons here!Willpower Under Siege: The Impact of Chronic Alcoholism
In control, as in memory, the alcoholic becomes a child and his natural tendencies are let loose, as the child and the savage are creatures of impulse, to a great extent so we find the alcoholic.
What happens to your willpower when chronic alcoholism takes hold? In this gripping episode, Dr. George Barton Cutten delves into the profound effects of long-term alcohol abuse on the human will. He paints a vivid picture of how our willpower, which sets us apart from animals, deteriorates under the influence of chronic drinking. Dr. Cutten examines the devastating impact of brain injuries on both humans and animals, revealing why humans suffer more due to our complex voluntary activities.
He doesn’t stop there; the episode also explores how memory plays a crucial role in our voluntary movements and how its decline contributes to the overall degeneration of the mind. The discussion touches on the often-overlooked recognition of alcoholism as an enslaving habit and its catastrophic effect on self-control. As self-control wanes, Dr. Cutten explains, alcoholics face increasing challenges in resisting impulses, leading to a spiral of declining mental faculties and self-discipline.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone wanting to understand the intricate relationship between chronic alcoholism and willpower, offering valuable insights for those struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is.