EP109 How To Make Sense of Behaviors That Don’t Make Sense (To You) Pt 1

Living While Loving Your Child Through Addiction

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Have you ever felt completely baffled by your child’s behavior? Maybe they can play chess skillfully but can’t seem to get ready for an appointment on time. Maybe they have zero concept of time but can tell you the gas prices at every station in town. These inconsistencies can feel frustrating and even personal—like they don’t care or aren’t trying.

But what if there’s a scientific explanation?

In this episode, we dive into the brain science behind these confusing behaviors. I’ll break down how substance use affects different areas of the brain, why some skills stay intact while others decline, and how understanding this can reduce frustration, increase compassion, and help you better support your child.

We’ll explore:

How the prefrontal cortex, dopamine system, hippocampus, and amygdala all play a role in motivation, memory, and decision-making
Why time blindness makes planning and follow-through so difficult
How survival-based thinking can cause hyperfocus on things like gas prices but not daily responsibilities
Why understanding these brain changes can help you find peace of mind and set realistic expectations

When we understand the why behind their struggles, we can stop fighting against reality and start working with it.

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