Keynote By Dr. Barbara PeavyKeynote By Dr. Barbara Peavy
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2017 TAAP Addiction Conference in San Antonio ...…
1:26:32•30 Aug 2017
Rewiring the Brain: Dr. Barbara Peavy's Insights on Addiction Recovery
“The idea is that you can actually use psychoneuroplasticity where you're intentionally changing the brain, not accidentally.”
What if you could train your brain to overcome addiction? In this episode, Dr. Barbara Peavy takes the stage at the 2017 TAAP Addiction Conference in San Antonio to share groundbreaking ideas on psycho-neuro plasticity. This isn't just science talk—it's a practical guide to understanding how our brains can be intentionally rewired to break free from addictive behaviors. Dr.
Peavy dives into the adolescent brain's wiring for risk and explains how substances like heroin, cocaine, and nicotine alter the brain's pathways. She also sheds light on marijuana's impact and emphasizes the importance of nutrition and exercise in recovery. But it doesn't stop there; she introduces alternative therapies like sound and light therapy and deprivation chambers that can help in the introspective journey of recovery.
If you're curious about how addiction affects the brain and want to explore innovative treatment methods, this episode is a must-listen.
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