The Neuroscience of Addiction
Offered By: The Royal Institution via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the controversial perspective on addiction presented by neuroscientist and former addict Marc Lewis in this riveting Ri Science Podcast. Delve into Lewis's argument challenging the widely accepted notion of addiction as a brain disease, as he combines personal anecdotes with robust scientific evidence to offer a fresh understanding of how addiction impacts the brain. Learn about the potential of neuroplasticity and developmental approaches in overcoming addiction. Gain insights from Lewis's extensive background as a professor of developmental psychology and his research in psychology and neuroscience. Discover why this thought-provoking talk, originally published on February 28, 2017, continues to spark discussions in the field of addiction studies and treatment.
Syllabus
Ri Science Podcast: The Neuroscience of Addiction - with Marc Lewis
Taught by
The Royal Institution
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