Brett Lovins
Brett Lovins
Dr. Kevin McCauley - Understanding Addiction as Both a Brain Disease and Human Experience
Dr. Kevin McCauley - Understanding Addiction as Both a Brain Disease and Human Experience
Dr. Kevin McCauley - Understanding Addiction as Both a Brain Disease and Human Experience
Thursday 10th April 2025
Dr. Kevin McCauley discusses addiction as both a brain disease and human experience, sharing insights on recovery pathways and the neuroscience behind it.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Episode Overview
- Understanding addiction as both a brain disease and human experience can help remove shame and stigma.
- Different recovery models are essential to meet individual needs.
- 'Pleasure Unwoven' offers insights into the brain science of addiction.
- Supportive communities play a crucial role in recovery.
- Cannabis use in recovery remains controversial with significant risks.
If I was trying to be an evil doctor, and I was trying to invent the most evil disease that I could think of, what would that be?
In this episode of 'Addiction & Recovery Conversations with Brett Lovins', Brett sits down with Dr. Kevin McCauley, a former Navy physician turned addiction recovery advocate. Dr. McCauley shares his incredible journey from serving in the Navy to becoming addicted to opioids after surgery, facing court-martial, and finding his way to sobriety through the support of AA meetings in Leavenworth prison. Now a senior fellow at Meadows Behavioral Health Care, Dr.
McCauley discusses the neuroscience of addiction and the various pathways to healing, shedding light on the complex nature of substance abuse disorder. He explains how understanding addiction as both a brain disease and a human experience can help remove shame and stigma, making treatment more accessible and effective. Dr. McCauley's insights, drawn from his documentary 'Pleasure Unwoven', offer a unique perspective on the brain science of addiction, highlighting the importance of recognising different recovery models.
The conversation also touches on the controversial topic of cannabis use and its implications for addiction recovery. With humour and empathy, Dr. McCauley provides valuable advice for those struggling with addiction and their loved ones, emphasising the need for a supportive community and diverse treatment approaches. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the intricacies of addiction and recovery.