All drugs of addiction affect chemicals in the brain involved in reward, motivation and self-control. Repeated, frequent drug use can lead to changes in the brain that disrupt our priorities and influence our behaviour.

How Addiction, Dependence & Substance Use Disorders are Diagnosed

Dr Julian Keats, a specialist in addiction medicine, explains some of the important ideas in addiction to help you make sense of your experiences and hopefully make some changes for the better in your life.

If you've had problems with alcohol and drug use, if you're struggling with addiction, or if someone you love or care for is facing addiction... then this podcast is for you!