Addiction Series, Part 1: Separating fact from fiction.

In this episode Joseph and Paula dig into one of the most important topics they explore on the show: addiction — what it really is, what it isn’t, and why compassion matters so much. They break down common misconceptions, unpack the ongoing debate about whether addiction is a disease, and explore the many factors that contribute to it, including brain changes, genetics, trauma, environment, and social influences. Above all, the hosts emphasize that addiction is not a moral failing, but a complex human condition — and that recovery is absolutely possible.

They will continue the conversation in the next episode as they look deeper into the important aspects of addiction, recovery, support, and what healing can truly look like.

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Resources for this episode:

Addiction Center: Definitions Of Addiction: Historical Views Versus Today’s Views

Cleveland Clinic: What Causes Addiction?

Psychology Today: The 10 Most Common Myths About Addiction