The increase in addiction and suicide rates in adolescence and adults has become an epidemic, so it is essential that we be educated on what to look for and how to treat and navigate the overwhelming landscape of addiction. Dr. Elisa Hallerman studied Depth Psychology and Somatic Studies, focusing on neuroscience and trauma. She also is a member of the Institute for Functional Medicine, a drug and alcohol counselor, and certified in yogic science for addictive behavior. She's also an attorney and a visiting professor in film and media arts at Chapman University. In this episode, Dr. Elisa Hallerman explores how to recognize adverse childhood experiences and trauma, which if unhealed, are often at the core of most adult addiction and alcoholism. She also touches on the basic neuroscience behind the brain disease of addiction, how one may best intervene with a loved one, what trauma means, how to spot & treat it, and more. No matter what your experience is in this field, I believe everyone can pocket several nuggets from this episode. Enjoy Elisa's magic!SPONSOR'S SPECIAL OFFERS herenew sponsorship system - may not have been addressed in the introCONNECT WITH ELISAdrhallerman.comig @drelisahallermanfb Elisa HallermanORDER ELISA'S NEW BOOK - to release 12/6/22SOULBRIETY: Heal Your Trauma, Overcome Addiction, and Reconnect with Your SoulOR PRE-ORDER HERE before 12/6/22 - on Hatchette to access the Introduction and Chapter One!CONNECT WITH RAQUELLEig @raquellemantra (taking an ig break rn)fb group your own magicYOM Retreat IIIwith Bree Melanson + Raquelle apply hereMY NEW SHOPeyesofaspen.comEnd of year 2022 discount for a limited time.22% off for orders over $55 with code MAGIC22+ free shipping for orders over $100JOIN THE Your Own Magic Private Facebook GroupSubmit a topic/question hereJOIN ‘YOUR OWN MAGIC’yourownmagic.lifeMembership site with guided meditations, journaling prompts,+ more spiritual toolsHas YOM helped or inspired you in any way?If you feel the nudge, leave a rating and review.Your support helps us and means so much. Thank you!Create your podcast with the same host I use - RedCircleSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy