EP 200: Dr. Trish Leigh
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In this enlightening episode of Unashamed Unafraid, we delve into the challenging yet transformative journey of porn addiction recovery with Dr. Trish Leigh, a cognitive neuroscientist. Dr. Leigh shares her unique approach of using EEG technology to understand and regulate the brain's functioning, helping individuals overcome compulsive sexual behaviors. She discusses the impact of dopamine dependency and the importance of unwiring, rewiring, and hardwiring the brain for long-term recovery. This episode is packed with insights and practical strategies for anyone struggling with or supporting someone through porn addiction recovery. To connect with Dr. Leigh: WEBSITE AND YOUTUBE: https://drtrishleigh.com/ / https://www.youtube.com/@DrTrishLeigh FOR BRAIN BASED CONDITIONS: https://www.youtube.com/@SupernormalbyDrTrishLeigh/videos FOR PARTNERS: https://www.youtube.com/@sanityafterbetrayal / https://sanityafterbetrayal.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drtrishleigh/ BOOK: https://drtrishleigh.com/book/ Make a donation and become an Outsider! Follow us on social media! Instagram, Facebook & TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Check out our recommended resources Want to rep the message? Shop our MERCH! For more inspiration, read our blog Do you have a story you are willing to share? Send us an email! [email protected] 00:00 Introduction to Unashamed Unafraid 01:16 Meet Dr. Trish Leigh: Cognitive Neuroscientist 02:16 Understanding Porn Addiction and Brain Function 03:09 The Recovery Process: Begin, Continue, and End 04:16 Using EEG Technology in Recovery 08:10 The Impact of Dopamine on Addiction 12:17 Unwiring and Rewiring the Brain 24:20 Strain Brain vs. Drain Brain 26:22 Building a Strong Relationship 26:49 The Impact of Porn on Brain Development 28:16 Understanding Feedback Loops 29:04 Implementing Brain Rewiring Strategies 31:16 The Role of Neuroplasticity 33:37 The Science Behind Brain Changes 35:17 The Importance of Dopamine Regulation 39:21 Using Technology for Brain Health 42:55 Final Thoughts and Resources
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