The Traumatic Roots of Addiction.

This article discusses the connection between trauma and addiction and explores various treatment approaches that address both conditions. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the impact of trauma on the brain's reward system and how childhood adversity can contribute to addiction. The article highlights evidence-based therapies such as COPE and CPT that aim to address traumatic memories and distorted thoughts. It also mentions the potential benefits of neuroplasticity-based treatments and the use of psychedelic drugs like MDMA in treating PTSD and addiction. The article calls for more trauma-informed and compassionate approaches to addiction treatment. [Extracted from the article]