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Dr. Sarah Wakeman

05/22/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

After five years of recovery from addiction, a person's risk of developing addiction is no higher than that of the general public.

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They Lied About Alcohol’s Effect On Your Brain! Here’s The Proof | Dr. Sarah Wakeman

@ The Diary Of A CEO

They Lied About Alcohol’s Effect On Your Brain! Here’s The Proof | Dr. Sarah Wakeman

05/22/25

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Dr. Sarah Wakeman

05/22/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

The brain is plastic and can change over time, meaning that adverse childhood experiences do not determine a person's future addiction risk.

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Dr. Sarah Wakeman

05/22/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

Addiction doesn't always last a lifetime; many people manage their addiction and move on with their lives, while others actively manage it.

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Dr. Anna Lembke

08/16/21

@ Andrew Huberman

Some individuals with severe addiction may never fully recover, as their brain's balance can remain tipped towards pain even after prolonged abstinence.

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Dr. Anna Lembke

08/16/21

@ Andrew Huberman

People in recovery from severe addiction possess a hard-won wisdom that can benefit everyone, emphasizing adaptive ways to achieve dopamine balance.

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Dr. Sarah Wakeman

05/22/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

Trauma experienced at any age can increase the risk of addiction, but earlier trauma tends to have more lasting effects due to brain development stages.

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Dr. Anna Lembke

08/16/21

@ Andrew Huberman

Being addicted to recovery and the support of the recovery community can be healthier than other forms of addiction, as it provides a sense of connection and dopamine release.

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Andrew Huberman

07/20/20

@ Rich Roll

The addiction treatment community needs biomarkers to identify individuals at risk of relapse early on.

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Dr. Anna Lembke

08/16/21

@ Andrew Huberman

During the first two weeks of abstinence from addiction, individuals often feel worse before they start to feel better, with significant improvements usually seen by week four.

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Dr. Sarah Wakeman

05/22/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

The opposite of addiction is connection; building relationships and community is crucial for recovery and preventing substance use.