Is there such a thing as an addictive personality? Chronic stress is challenging our ideas about addiction.

4 December 2023

Ongoing stress is reshaping how we understand addiction.

This ABC Radio National podcast, featuring guest clinical psychologist Dr Lillian Nejad, looks at how in a time of ongoing challenges like climate change, foreign conflicts, economic pressures, and pandemic recovery, many are turning to substances for relief. The podcast episode explores the rise in substance abuse in Australia amidst these stresses, delving into identifying those most vulnerable to addiction and discusses effective strategies for safeguarding individuals during high-stress periods.

Original radio segment can be heard here.