Is our biology predisposing us to addictive tendencies?

Addiction isn’t just about willpower—it’s deeply rooted in biology.  Today, we dive into how our own biology can make it easier to fall into an addiction and make it harder to break free. Why is that though? Because it gives us leverage points to both prevent or treat addictions.

Similar to trying to treat trauma just with therapy and not including the biology, addictions is a mind-body and biology condition and will require such an approach for the best outcomes.

The late Dr. Charles Gant, who was our guest for this episode, achieved an 83% success rate in addiction recovery—far surpassing conventional methods that have less than a 50% success rate. By targeting neurotransmitter imbalances, detoxifying the body, and optimizing nutrition, his method offers a revolutionary path to true healing beyond traditional treatment.

To honor him, this conversation highlights his outstanding efforts in understanding and overcoming addiction.  

You’ll learn more about:

• Why relapse is more often a result of unaddressed biological imbalances
• How genetic vulnerabilities and neurotransmitter deficiencies contribute to addiction and coping patterns
• What you can do to naturally to improve mood and focus
• How detoxification can accelerate recovery and create long-term healing

 

For more information and show notes, please visit our website: https://biologyoftrauma.com/biology-of-trauma-podcast/