Trauma and Addiction
Trauma can drive individuals toward addictive behaviors as a means to numb pain and avoid confronting reality. Dopamine plays a crucial role in this dynamic, as it rewards both natural and artificial stimuli, leading to confusion about what is essential for survival. Experiments with rodents illustrate how extreme stress can trigger a return to addictive behaviors, highlighting the profound impact of trauma on decision-making and health.In this clip
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