Dr. Lipi Roy on Everything We Get Wrong About Addiction | Sober Spill Ep 40 episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 29, 2026 · 49 MIN

Dr. Lipi Roy on Everything We Get Wrong About Addiction | Sober Spill Ep 40

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In this episode of Sober Spill, Jana is joined by Dr. Lipi Roy, physician and addiction expert, to break down what addiction really is — and why so many people still misunderstand it. Addiction isn't about willpower - Dr. Lipi Roy explains how substance use disorder affects the brain, why shame and punishment don’t work, and what evidence-based recovery actually looks like. This conversation offers a clear, scientific, and compassionate look at addiction for anyone seeking a deeper, more accurate understanding of addiction and healing. Understanding it differently can save lives.  #SoberSpill #AddictionScience #SubstanceUseDisorder #RecoveryEducation #AddictionRecoveryTo learn more about Dr. Lipi Roy, visit her website Sita Med: https://sitamedllc.com/ or her instagram @lipiroymdFor more info about our Sober Spill Podcast, check us out at https://www.soberspillpodcast.com/Healing happens step by step — discover our outpatient options at https://www.mountainside.com/treatment/programs/outpatient-services/Families heal together — explore our Family Wellness services at  https://www.mountainside.com/treatment/offerings/family-wellness/Mission: Recovery— explore our Veteran resources at https://www.mountainside.com/veterans

In this episode of Sober Spill, Jana is joined by Dr. Lipi Roy, physician and addiction expert, to break down what addiction really is — and why so many people still misunderstand it. Addiction isn't about willpower - Dr. Lipi Roy explains how substance use disorder affects the brain, why shame and punishment don’t work, and what evidence-based recovery actually looks like. This conversation offers a clear, scientific, and compassionate look at addiction for anyone seeking a deeper, more accurate understanding of addiction and healing. Understanding it differently can save lives.  #SoberSpill #AddictionScience #SubstanceUseDisorder #RecoveryEducation #AddictionRecoveryTo learn more about Dr. Lipi Roy, visit her website Sita Med: https://sitamedllc.com/ or her instagram @lipiroymdFor more info about our Sober Spill Podcast, check us out at https://www.soberspillpodcast.com/Healing happens step by step — discover our outpatient options at https://www.mountainside.com/treatment/programs/outpatient-services/Families heal together — explore our Family Wellness services at  https://www.mountainside.com/treatment/offerings/family-wellness/Mission: Recovery— explore our Veteran resources at https://www.mountainside.com/veterans

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