In this insightful episode of Bitch Is a Bad Word, we’re joined by the legendary Dr. Drew Pinsky — addiction medicine specialist, TV host, and renowned expert on mental health and relationships.

With over 30 years of experience in psychiatric hospitals and rehab centers (Loveline, Celebrity Rehab, and beyond), Dr. Drew explores the deep connection between codependency, narcissism, trauma, and addiction. He explains how unresolved trauma often leads us into toxic, one-sided relationships — and how to break free from the cycles that keep us stuck.

🎙️ In this episode:

• How codependency and narcissistic abuse are often linked
• The emotional and neurological roots of addiction and trauma
• Why some people are drawn to toxic or high-conflict relationships
• Tools to recognize unhealthy relational patterns
• How to start healing from codependency and rebuilding self-worth

If you've ever struggled in love, lost yourself in someone else, or want to understand the deeper layers of your relationship dynamics, this conversation with Dr. Drew is a must-listen.

If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233

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FOLLOW Dr. Drew @drdrewpinsky

LISTEN to DR. DREW on one of his podcasts:

Ask Dr Drew

The Dr. Drew Podcast

The Adam and Drew Show

WATCH Dr. Drew's new series on Lifetime:

Health Uncensored

READ Dr. Drew's books:

“The Mirror Effect: How Celebrity Narcissism is Seducing America” (NYT Bestseller)

“Cracked: Putting Broken Lives Together Again” 

“It Doesn’t Have to be Awkward, Dealing with Relationships, Consent, and Other Hard-To-Talk-About Stuff.” (a teen guide to consent co-written with his daughter, Paulina)

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