Think Unbroken

In this episode, Dr. Anna Lembke discusses how childhood trauma makes people more vulnerable to substance use disorders and addictive behaviors later in life. She explains the neurological reasons why trauma survivors often turn to drugs, alcohol or behaviors like gambling to self-soothe and cope with emotional pain.Dr. Lembke also shares pivotal insights from her work with patients overcoming addiction. She talks about the importance of taking a 30-day break from substances to reset neural pathways and see the true effects of addictions. Additionally, she explores how crafting new personal narratives can rewire habitual behaviors and support people to walk a healthier path.This compassionate, thoughtful conversation offers plenty of takeaways for those struggling with addiction and provides insights for anyone seeking to better understand this complex issue.************* LINKS & RESOURCES *************Learn how to heal and overcome childhood trauma, narcissistic abuse, ptsd, cptsd, higher ACE scores, anx