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/
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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