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#298: Dr. Gabor Mate - New Paradigms, Ayahuasca, and Redefining Addiction

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Definition of Addiction

Addiction is a complex psychological and physiological process that manifests in any behavior a person enjoys and finds relief in. It involves craving pleasure in the short term, experiencing negative consequences in the long term, and being unable to give it up. Addiction is not limited to substances and can include various human activities like sex, gambling, internet relationships, shopping, and more. The official definition of addiction according to the American Society for Addiction Medicine is a primary brain disorder with genetic origins, but the speaker disagrees with this definition.

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