Overcoming addiction requires more than just willpower; it involves having a structured plan and understanding internal and external distress signals.

Many addiction treatments fail because they don't provide the evidence and tools necessary for understanding addiction and effective recovery.

Neuroscience offers tools that can support addiction treatment, but they must be structured and aggregated effectively.

Addiction treatment should be widely available immediately when people need it, with compassion and effective care, similar to how other health conditions are treated.

Those affected by addiction need science-based treatment, compassion, and a shift in societal perception to view addiction as a health issue rather than a moral failing. I think about how much time I lost with people I loved because of the tough love model, where I thought I shouldn't see them until they stopped using or drinking. You miss out on precious moments that you can't get back.

To effectively address addiction, it's important to help individuals recognize when their state is shifting towards substance use, allowing for intervention before the behavior becomes inevitable. This requires a deep understanding of their mental and emotional states.

I don't believe addiction treatment will ever be solely pharmaceutical, as it can degrade other life aspects.

People dealing with addiction often feel powerless and may struggle with guilt and confusion about how to help their loved ones effectively.

To help someone in recovery, we need to understand their biological, psychological, and social factors to create a clear picture of their situation.