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How Does Anxiety Drive Addiction?

How Does Anxiety Drive Addiction?

Update: 2024-07-16
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In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the complex world of anxiety and addiction. Believe it or not, these two are often best friends.


I’ll break down how anxiety can lead to addiction as a way to cope with those deep-seated fears and emotional wounds we all carry.


We’ll explore the differences between how men and women experience addiction, and the ways substances change our brains. And let’s not forget about the role of shame in all this.


But don’t worry, this isn’t just a doom and gloom session. I’ll share my perspective on how therapy and self-awareness can be powerful tools to break free from the cycle of addiction.


Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd if you have any questions.


PS. If you would like to join the MBRX family of 3700+ anxiety WARRIORS who are shifting from coping with their anxiety to actually HEALING it, click the link below: https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX


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TIMESTAMPS


00:00 - Introduction


01:11 - Men and Addiction


02:26 - Effects of Addiction


03:32 - Alarms and Shame


05:59 - Connection and Addiction


09:45 - Gender and Addiction


10:57 - Childhood Trauma and Addiction


13:27 - Self-Connection and Vulnerability


16:01 - Therapy and Self-Connection


18:22 - Internal Dialogue and Defectiveness


20:35 - Selfish Nature and Generosity


21:55 - Losing Oneself in People Pleasing


23:01 - Awareness of People Pleasing Addiction


24:05 - Understanding Addiction and Self-Love


25:09 - Gradual Healing


26:13 - Empowerment Through Self-Connection

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How Does Anxiety Drive Addiction?

How Does Anxiety Drive Addiction?

Russell Kennedy