Conversations with Rich Bennett The Sinclair Method For Alcohol Use Disorders With Brian Noonan
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Apr 7, 2023 Brian Noonan, founder of the largest provider of the Sinclair Method, discusses his groundbreaking approach to alcohol use disorders. He explains how naltrexone helps reduce cravings without demanding complete abstinence. The conversation highlights the method's accessibility through telehealth, making treatment easier for many. Noonan also shares insights into the relationship between alcohol, food cravings, and behavioral addictions. Additionally, they touch on the broader implications of addiction in various professions, including the music industry.
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The Sinclair Method
- Take naltrexone one hour before drinking to block opioid receptors.
- This gradually reduces the brain's association of alcohol with reward.
AA's Accuracy
- AA correctly states that abstinence alone doesn't eliminate addiction.
- The underlying neurological wiring remains, causing relapse when drinking resumes.
Lowering Barriers
- Naltrexone's safety and ease of use lower the threshold for seeking treatment.
- It is suitable even for those concerned about developing a problem or with family histories.
