Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Dr Gabor Maté explains why all addictions are physiological — not just psychological — and why confusing dependence with addiction can lead to serious misunderstandings.

He breaks down what’s really happening in the brain, and why separating mind from body doesn’t reflect the reality of how addiction works.

What do you think: Is addiction more of a brain issue or a behavioural one?

You can watch the full episode by searching “Gabor Maté, Richard Schwartz & Marc Lewis - Rethinking Addiction” or you can go to directly to this link: youtu.be/U5meU_-EnVk

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Credits: Gabor Maté