Michael D.

Health and Healing Dealing with Trauma and Addictions

Michael D.

  • The Legacy of Trauma and Addiction Pt.2

The Legacy of Trauma and Addiction Pt.2

Sunday 6th July 2025

Explore how trauma shapes addiction in this insightful episode, revealing paths to healing and understanding.
17 minutes
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About this podcast

Health and Healing Dealing with Trauma and Addictions
Author:
Michael D.
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Stigma & Social Perspectives
Mindful Recovery
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Unpacking Trauma's Impact on Addiction: Part 2

Episode Overview

  • Trauma can lead to distorted reasoning and emotional numbness.
  • Survivor guilt affects those who overcome addiction.
  • Hypervigilance may cause relationship difficulties.
  • Rigid psychological defences develop in response to trauma.
  • Recognising patterns is crucial for healing.
Trauma victims tend to live their lives waiting for the other shoe to drop.
In this episode of 'Health and Healing Dealing with Trauma and Addictions', Michael takes listeners on a journey through the complex legacy of trauma and addiction. He dives into how childhood experiences can shape adult behaviours, often leaving individuals grappling with distorted reasoning and emotional numbness. Through vivid examples, Michael illustrates how trauma can lead to loss of trust and hypervigilance, causing people to self-medicate in search of relief.
Michael discusses how trauma victims often develop rigid psychological defences like denial and repression to cope with overwhelming emotions. He explains how these defences can lead to high-risk behaviours, as individuals seek to feel alive in a world where their emotions are numbed. The episode doesn't shy away from the difficult realities faced by those affected by trauma and addiction, highlighting the pain of survivor guilt and the challenge of maintaining authentic connections.
The podcast episode is not just a narrative of struggles; it also offers a glimmer of hope. Michael shares insights into how recognising these patterns can be the first step towards healing. By understanding the impact of trauma, individuals can begin to dismantle unhealthy coping mechanisms and rebuild trust in themselves and others. Listeners will find themselves reflecting on their own experiences, perhaps recognising patterns they hadn't noticed before.
Michael's candid approach makes this episode both relatable and enlightening, providing valuable perspectives for anyone affected by trauma or addiction. Whether you're looking for support or seeking to understand someone else's journey, this episode offers a compassionate look at the enduring effects of trauma and addiction.
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