00:00 Introduction & Overview

01:04 Defining Addiction & Postacute Withdrawal (PAWS)

03:30 Symptoms and Experience of PAWS

05:56 Duration and Course of PAWS

08:06 Educating Supporters & Common Misunderstandings

09:53 Addiction's Effects on the Nervous System

13:05 Behavioral Addictions & Neurochemistry

14:38 Other Stressors in Addiction

15:40 Gut Health and Nutrition in Recovery

18:25 Hormonal Imbalances & Increased Pain

19:35 Hypervigilance, Trauma, and Stress Response

21:05 Treatment Strategies: Sleep, Nutrition & Environment

22:52 Supporting Gut & Hormonal Health Practically

25:08 Interpersonal & Relationship Challenges

29:13 Emotional Regulation in Recovery

30:06 Cognitive Impairment & Coping Strategies

33:13 Environmental Triggers & Safety

35:00 Sympathetic Dominance & Substitute Addictions

37:44 Empowerment & Managing Ongoing Stress

40:39 Therapy Skills: Grounding & Mindfulness

43:39 Checking Perceptions & Addressing Mind Reading

46:01 Sleep Hygiene, Emotional Numbing, and Activation

48:07 Cognitive Strategies: Ruminations & Impulsivity

51:36 Common Recovery Mistakes & Healthy Habits

54:06 Overlooked Areas: Blood Sugar, Oral Health & Vagal Tone

55:53 Mindfulness, Behavioral Activation & Resilience

01:00:00 Spirituality, Empowerment & Recovery Principles

01:00:38 Conclusion & Key Takeaways

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