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Addiction Part 1: The Science Behind Addiction

Addiction Part 1: The Science Behind Addiction

Update: 2025-03-26
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Addiction is a multifactorial disease process that affects far too many people. In Part 1 of this two-part series, addiction psychiatrist Dr. Jason Fields explains the science behind addiction, what it does to the brain and the history of the opioid crisis.

Listen to Part 2 of our addiction series on Treatment and the Role of Spirituality in Recovery


Learn more about behavioral health services at BayCare

If you or a loved one is experiencing addiction, get connected with a BayCare provider at (877) 850-9613 or call 211 for resources.

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Addiction Part 1: The Science Behind Addiction

Addiction Part 1: The Science Behind Addiction

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