Dr. Drew: Why You Feel Addicted, Lonely, and Emotionally Burnt Out
June 16, 2025
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Ep. 856: Join us as we sit down with Dr. Drew Pinsky – renowned board-certified internist, addiction medicine specialist, & media personality. Dr. Drew rose to fame as the co-host of the iconic MTV show Loveline, hosted Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew on VH1, & currently leads conversations on health, addiction, & culture as the host of Ask Dr. Drew. With decades of frontline experience in addiction treatment & mental health, Dr. Drew has guided tens of thousands – including high-profile celebrities – on their path to recovery. In this episode, Dr. Drew unpacks the rise of narcissism rooted in unresolved childhood trauma, the mental health impact of smartphones & increasing disconnection from reality, & how medical overprescription is driving the opioid epidemic. He also dives into parenting strategies in the digital age, the psychological differences between sociopaths & psychopaths, & why building resilience through exposure therapy is more important than ever!
✨ Chapters:
[00:00] P*rn diction and societal effects
[03:44] Narcissism, personality disorders, and childhood trauma
[06:50] Social consequences of narcissism and scapegoating
[11:25] Addictions and impact of technology on mental health and child development
[22:10] Addiction treatment and rehab industry insights
[29:54] Relationship dynamics and open relationships
[49:56] Understanding sociopaths and psychopathy
[34:39] Medical profession and health expertise evolution
[40:35] Personal mental health experiences of Dr. Drew
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