Episode 19: Dr. Anne LembkeEpisode 19: Dr. Anne Lembke
I am Driven Podcast
We've reached the tipping point in our evolution where instead of dying from external risk factors like predators and the elements, we are now dying of things we do to ourselves. In a world of excess and unlimited access to dopamine, addiction has...
53:48•3 Nov 2021
Unpacking Addiction with Dr. Anne Lembke: Dopamine, Trauma, and Recovery
“In a world of excess and unlimited access to dopamine, addiction has become a problem for all of us, not just those who are genetically vulnerable.”
Why are we increasingly falling prey to our own habits? In this eye-opening episode of the 'I Am Driven Podcast', host Dr. Douglas Brackmann sits down with Dr. Anne Lembke, a leading psychiatrist and Chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic. Together, they navigate the complex landscape of addiction, exploring how our modern world, saturated with dopamine-inducing activities, is making addiction a universal challenge. Dr.
Lembke shares her insights on the overuse of medication to mask human suffering and emphasizes the importance of embracing pain as part of the recovery process. She also discusses how trauma plays a pivotal role in addiction and highlights the benefits of mindfulness in achieving long-term recovery. For those with driven personalities, Dr. Lembke offers valuable advice on managing these traits to prevent them from becoming liabilities.
This episode promises to provide a fresh perspective on addiction, blending scientific understanding with practical advice for anyone seeking to overcome compulsive behaviors.
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