"The Addicted Mind Podcast" offers hope, understanding, and guidance for those dealing with addiction, with real stories and research to inspire and show the journey to recovery is worth it.
Could Biomarkers Hold Clues About Addiction? with Dr. Evelyn Higgins
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Hi Reader, What if you knew early in life that you had a genetic predisposition toward addiction—would it have changed the choices you made? That’s the big question I dig into with Dr. Evelyn Higgins in this week’s episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast. Dr. Higgins is an expert in genetics, neuroscience, and addiction, and she’s on a mission to shift the way we think about recovery. We talk about how biomarkers and genes play into addictive behaviors, why addiction isn’t a moral failing, and how understanding the biology behind it can change the way we approach treatment—for both individuals and families. This one really opened my eyes to how science is reshaping the conversation around addiction. I think you’ll find it just as fascinating. Take care, P.S. I’d love to hear your thoughts after you listen—does looking at addiction through a biological lens change how you see it? |
The Addicted Mind Podcast
"The Addicted Mind Podcast" offers hope, understanding, and guidance for those dealing with addiction, with real stories and research to inspire and show the journey to recovery is worth it.
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