In this episode, Dr. Paul continues his discussion on why addiction is such a struggle for so many people. He explains further that this comes from an underlying mood disorder that is untreated or not adequately treated. He further explains why this is a brain disease, but why it’s also so difficult to make good choices in order to not self medicate In an unhealthy way. He further discusses the addictive substances available that he also discussed last week but goes into it further. He explains why it’s so difficult to not only get sober but remain in sobriety. He gives hope because there is a way out of this vicious cycle.
