Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD
Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD
Neurobiology of Addiction
Neurobiology of Addiction
Neurobiology of Addiction
Tuesday 21st February 2023
Dr. Javier Ballester joins 'The Addiction Files' to discuss addiction's neurobiology, from dopamine release to brain plasticity and treatment.
Explicit
73 minutes
Informative
Educational
Supportive
Non-judgmental
Engaging
About this podcast
Author:
Darlene Petersen, MD and Paula Cook, MD
Overview:
Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
95 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Unlocking the Brain: Dr. Javier Ballester on Addiction's Neurobiology
I think the conclusion of the neurocircuitry model of addiction is that addiction is a multi-stage process that happens in different parts of the brain and is a problem of dopamine and kind of like. I think it helps us, like what we're talking before, decrease the stigma and addiction and just allow us to provide more evidence-based and compassionate care to our patients.
Ever wondered what really happens in the brain during addiction? In this eye-opening episode of 'The Addiction Files', Dr. Javier Ballester returns to break down the intricate science behind addiction. Hosted by Dr. Darlene Petersen and Dr. Paula Cook, this conversation dives deep into the neurocircuitry of addiction, making it accessible for both students and seasoned practitioners alike. Dr. Ballester explains how the brain's reward pathways, particularly the release of dopamine, play a crucial role in the addiction cycle.
But it's not just about dopamine; the episode also explores how different parts of the brain, like the extended amygdala and the ventral network, are involved at various stages of addiction and withdrawal. The discussion is a must-listen for anyone in the medical field looking to understand the biological changes that underpin addictive behaviors. And here's some good news: the brain's plasticity means it can be rewired with compassionate, evidence-based care.
So if you're curious about how addiction works on a neurochemical level and what that means for treatment, this episode is for you.