Amanda L. Giordano Ph.D., LPC – 2021
KEY POINTS
There is a robust correlation in the scientific literature between trauma and addiction.
Trauma and chronic stress can lead to a dysregulated stress system, which may make individuals more vulnerable to addictive behaviors.
Trauma can lead to depersonalization and numbness, which may make individuals more vulnerable to addictive behaviors.
A trauma-informed approach is essential for the conceptualization and treatment of addiction.
