What Is Addiction?

Special guest Dr. Lance Dodes joins me on episode 59 of the Boost Health Podcast! I recently read several of his books about addiction and was blown away. The mainstream understanding of addiction is completely wrong! We talk about the true definition of addiction, the difference between physical dependence and addiction, if addiction has anything to do with disease or genetics, how you know if you have an addiction, if drug addictions can be swapped with non drug addictions, why rehab clinics and AA have such low success rates, short term and long term strategies for addiction and much more!

Resources discussed in this episode:

The Heart of Addiction

Breaking Addiction

The Sober Truth

Dr. Dodes’ Website

TrainingBoost Online Coaching

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Paul Sandburg

Founder and Director of BOOST Health. I am a long-time student of wellness and fitness and have been working in the industry for nearly 20 years. I have a bachelor’s degree in Human Biology, master’s degree in Business Administration, and am a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). BOOST Health Mission: To inspire people to live a healthier and more balanced life. BOOST Health Philosophy: Be open-minded and curious. Different wellness programs work for different people and great ideas can come from unexpected sources. Great wellness tactics should not be hidden under preconceived notions. What is BOOST Health? BOOST Health offerings include a weekly blog, weekly podcast, wellness videos, wellness presentations, custom performance apparel, group fitness classes, personal training, phone consultations, healthy recipes, and product reviews.