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George Barton Cutten
Chapter VII - Senses
Chapter VII - Senses
Chapter VII - Senses
Tuesday 27th December 2022
Discover how chronic alcoholism can irreversibly damage your senses, from vision loss to hearing impairment, in this episode by George Barton Cutten.
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Get the buttons here!The Hidden Toll: How Alcoholism Ravages the Senses
Without exception, we do find injury to all the senses, and in advanced cases there does not appear to be any clear perception.
Imagine waking up one day and finding the world around you blurred, sounds muffled, and your sense of taste dulled. In this eye-opening episode of 'Psychology of Alcoholism' by George Barton Cutten, listeners are taken on a journey through the often-overlooked sensory damage caused by chronic alcoholism. Cutten meticulously breaks down how alcohol doesn't just affect the mind and body but also wreaks havoc on our senses.
The optic nerve is particularly vulnerable, leading to conditions like retinal anesthesia, dyschromatopia, and even blindness. Hearing loss, oral diseases, and other sensory disorders are also on the list of alcohol's devastating effects. What happens when colors that were once vivid start to fade? Or when familiar sounds become distant echoes? Cutten doesn't just present these chilling facts; he backs them up with experiments that show how even small doses of alcohol can distort our sensory perceptions.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone wanting to understand the full scope of alcohol's impact, especially those grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is. It’s a stark reminder of why seeking treatment is crucial. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how alcoholism can rob us of our most basic senses and what that means for the quality of life.