Modern scientists have extensively researched addicts and the things they abuse, but we still don't understand everything about the nature of addiction. So how does it work? Tune in to learn more about addiction (and why you can't kick your SYSK habit).
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Josh and Chuck dive into the complex world of addiction, exploring how our understanding has evolved from seeing it as a character flaw to recognizing it as a brain disease that hijacks the reward system. They break down the difference between users and addicts, examine various substances from prescription drugs to heroin, and tackle controversial topics like sex addiction while sharing some eye-opening statistics. The hosts also discuss treatment approaches, including surprising medications used to combat different types of addictive behaviors, making this heavy topic both informative and accessible.
28 Days
2000
1h 43m
★ 6.2
"Viggo Mortensen had it in 28 days — Josh references the film when discussing sex addiction as depicted in movies."
— Josh
Home for the Holidays
1995
1h 43m
★ 6.2
"Jody Foster said she would never work with Robert Downey Jr. again after home for the holidays — Chuck mentions the film in discussing Robert Downey Jr.'s drug problems during that period."
— Chuck
Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical
2006
1h 48m
★ 6.6
"You would definitely think so. You know, that whole dope fiend thing. Chuck, it's funny that you bring up a reefer madness — Josh references the film when discussing how anti-drug campaigns have historically exaggerated drug effects."
— Josh
Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit
1993
1h 47m
★ 6.4
"Or watch Sister Act II while you're high on heroin, and I'll bet that does the same thing — Josh jokingly suggests this film would be equally horrific to watch while on drugs as Trainspotting."
— Josh
Trainspotting
1996
1h 34m
★ 8.0
"Or go watch train spotting and never try it in the first place — Josh suggests watching the film as a deterrent to trying heroin."
— Josh
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