"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.
What Neuroscience Is Teaching Us About Addiction (and Hope)
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Hi Reader, In this episode of The Addicted Mind, I’m diving into the science side of addiction with Dr. Paul Kenny, a leading researcher in neuroscience and addiction studies. And don’t worry—this conversation is fascinating, not clinical. We talk about how addiction actually changes the brain, especially around cravings, motivation, and satisfaction. Dr. Kenny shares groundbreaking research on how certain medications may help quiet cravings and rebalance the brain’s reward system. We also explore the role of satiety—how drugs like cocaine and heroin hijack the brain’s “enough” signal—and what that means for recovery. One of the most hopeful parts of this episode is learning about new treatments being studied right now, including GLP-1 medications, and the important work being done by Cure Addiction Now to move this research forward. If you’ve ever wondered why addiction feels so powerful—or how science might help change the future of treatment—this episode is worth a listen. With appreciation, P.S. The more we understand how the brain works, the more compassion and better tools we can bring into recovery—for ourselves and for others. |
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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