Brain Development & Addiction with Gabor Mate

[@goldensleeves]

"when we're not in integrity, that's when we most judgmental of other people because we can't stand seeing in others what we don't like about ourselves." WOW what a statement.

[@flowgo5299]

Dr Gabor is one of the greatest minds of today, he is a educator and can so easily make sense of science, reality our culture, and dysfunction. He speaks the truth - and is the only person who makes sense. The voice of reason & the TRUTH.

[@johnjakle943]

I agree...By the way AA people believe it's genes and choice are the cause of addictions and not childhood trauma and loss. After listening to Dr. Mate I found the light and left alcoholics anonymous. (It is a cult and run by one Hitler-Clancy Imislund of the pacific group)

[@jr1019]

The world needs more Gabor Mates!!! What a Doctor, what a Man, what a HUMAN!!!!

[@Sofi361-s5i]

Dr. Mate is no less than incredible. I even passed a few of his videos over to my own therapist to read up on and he was extremely impressed by his perspective. It is refreshing that someone can finally shed some light on such a dark topic.

[@oscaedo]

Simply Brilliant this man, im struggle with two addictions for almost, 25 years of my life, and now im almost destroyed, and the cause of this was just Adverse childhood experiences ( Sexual abuse and family neglect )like Dr Gabor says . Until all society finally open the eyes and stop judging addict people like garbage, weak and criminals and see that everything that says Dr Gabor is so simple and real and true cause of all addictions , we the addict people will never totally heal

[@Watchthis7777777]

"The good news is that the human brain can develop new circuits, even later on in life" 39:28. There is so much hope in this statement. Only in the presence of compassion will people allow themselves to see the truth. 1:04:20 . He leaves me challenged and hopeful. Thank you.

[@lucywinters5906]

Amazing, I have been dweling in my own head and running from my demons for years and years. I had coe up with my inabilty to deal with certain things due to a corruption in my moral and emotional development. I had spent countless sleepless nights devising this theory on my own. So Unbelievably close to This lecture. Dr Gabor Mate. You are a beautful man and your tolerance and understanding of people with different societal inadequecies brought tears to my eyes. I hope your word gets out to the masses. Peace to you!

[@PetadeAztlan]

As a recovered drug addict from alcohol and meth I appreciate the genius of Senor Gabor Maté. First got hip to him via Democracy Now! I bless him and wish him the best of health, ~Che Peta

[@defconquell]

The best presentation I've ever heard on addiction. My sister lost her life to drugs and Gabor was the only one that helped me to understand why. Thank you.

[@mariaaguilar1787]

I went to my first AA meeting and I met the most inspirational people. Everybody contributed to the conversation by talking about what it means to be a part of the group. The first person filled me with inspiration and healing, the next talked about networking, another used a clever analogy to stay grounded, one person described themselves to be like a child. The whole meeting had a lot for me to appreciate and I hope to give back when I see these wonderful individuals in a few weeks. I could not get over the fact that every individual supplied you with knowledge and they all talked about the fact that they thank God that they came back to this particular family. Thank you to all those individuals for their courage and inspiration.

[@flowgo5299]

I luv this guy, he is the greatest mind, we are so fortunate that he is also Canadian, we should give him a reward in Canada for being a hero instead of some overpaid athlete or dumb ass actor. I vote for Gabor for president! Lol - he is truly my hero, voice of reason, sanity, and truth. Addicts like him, because addicts do not respond to anyone who does not tell the truth, they respond to truth - someone who knows them. And this Dr possesses a honest, kind, perspective.

[@sawyerperrier]

Awesome. Dr. Mate is saving my life. Wish I could meet him.

[@Pitseolak1]

Thank you for an incredible hour.

[@karenfuchs1674]

what an excellent speech This is why we as youth and adults need parenting courses as well as growth and development courses to ba able to parent well .

[@GraciousHost]

Thank you!!!! This put lots of things into perspective. I can't thank you enough for shedding light on so many subjects, from Psychology, to socio dynamics between parent and child to addiction, pain and everything else in between. This talk explained two of my ex-boyfriends' strange behaviours. I thought they're weirdos and sociopaths, turns out they're just addicts.

[@croninlaw]

I just saw Dr. Mate for the first time on Democracy Now. He makes so much sense, and connects so much of what I see personally and professionally.

[@katykay6086]

This is one of the best lectures I have heard on the subject of addiction and will be sharing it with colleagues and service users alike.

[@terryhollands2794]

One off the most insightful explanations of addiction I have ever heard. If I was the Canadian Prime minister I would ask Dr. Mate to craft a national drug treatment program, and then implement it.

[@terryhollands2794]

Hey man, you just made me smile.

[@judithszucs1543]

Absolutely profound, answers to all your questions to all our addictions and how to drug proof and make the changes within your family community and the world !

[@draka-24mft]

One of the simplest ways to understand addiction. Recovery process is like a born-again experience for a Christian - (Renewal of the mind, community support, unconditional love from others, and personal responsibility). Alumada Keya Amos

[@NaturalPace]

Thank you Gabor Mate...I saw him in Vancouver and was struck by his compassionate view of addicts and insight that he shares with us...we who wish to judge and point fingers. I am finding myself shaken up....opening to new ways of looking at things, clearing the fog of my prejudices....

[@TashaBateslightray]

I love the Dr...He has touched many!!! And has done so with his heart..not with or for a dumb paycheck...Thank you Doc!!!

[@tobybowden4009]

I like the way that he explains complex things like behaviour and brain activity in a way you can understand.

[@professorg000]

Wow! Explains my own nightmare, but also the compassion, wisdom and power I found through the program given to the world through Dr. Bob and Bill. W.. Also explains why my 5 children are all doing so well....they had a caring, compassionate and wise mother. Thanks for the joy and decrease in shame I feel today.

[@greenytaddict]

I'm glad there are people willing to sit down and actually gain awareness of drugs and not just listen to what the government and media tells them, it's important people gain knowledge themeselves to better understand how drugs work.

[@jamesscholl1858]

i could listen to him talk forever...thanks for the great upload

[@INCC74656I]

amazing video and speech. im going through a parallel in my life right now to some of those people sitting in that room and even with years of thinking about myself this man has opened up so many more questions and thoughts that had never occurred to me.

[@shellie822]

This man is a God Send. I am awestruck at his insight and wisdom.

[@oscaedo]

Thank you very much Dr Mate we need more people like you, I´ve been into alcohol and sex addiction for 25 years, and finally I begin to understand the roots of my depression, anxiety and social phobia, that lead me to addiction . Problem is society and family still judges The addicts as criminal or cheaters or loosers etc, that lead us into the addiction again. All we have to do is join together the survivors addicts and show them the terrible consequences of Childhood abuse

[@frepi]

Wow....There is so much clarity in this talk....I am no addict, yet I found answers for myself...

[@mrchipster31]

In a day and age when heros are in short supply,Dr. Gabor Mate is a canidate in my opinion.If only people could stop focusing on idiotic actors and sports figures and see the true heros.

[@Dharmaarmer]

As a person that has battled with heroin addiction for 30 years and been through all sorts of programs and therapys watched many people suffer and die because of addiction .I can only endorse completly what this guy is saying, compassion is the only answer to the problem of addiction,its been my experiance that many professionals after a peroid of time get fustrated with addicts when they cant cure them :) and end up doing more harm than good to the people they are trying to help

[@humbertoBFB1]

Be yourself...! Thanks for the simple demonstration of the complexity of the subject.

[@instinkt32]

You are the man dr Gabo. I know that´s you are saying is the tru. this is the tru self knowledge. You trying to make this peole to understand you. You are truly the best scientist today. Societys should be build after your modell of thinking. people like you are very oncommon, the sensuous kind, the observant kind. you are the man!!! you have my blesings

[@AuggieX1]

This is an amazing video.....Thank you for posting. Who doesn't 'like' this video??

[@snazsr]

i like this dude very much.

[@loutcb]

the fellowship and working with another addict makes you feel good

[@farmfarmdorrie]

He is such an important voice in the field of addiction & brain development. Any person who considers trying cocaine/crack, needs to remember 4:18

[@milenastoyanovabg]

Absolutely awesome explanation and talk!!!! Many thanks!

[@FootPrints61]

Dr. Mate, thank you...from the Newman household.

[@PetadeAztlan]

I love and appreciate Brother Gabor Mate. He has helped me to understand myself and as a result I can better understand others who I try to help in my life. We need to have the integrity of love and compassion to help others without throwing stones. ~ Peter S. Lopez AKA @Peta_de_Aztlan

[@MichaelNetwork]

"We cant stand seeing in others what we dont like about ourselves" - WOW...the root of judgement.

[@ExistenceAmusement]

i really am sorry to hear that.

[@santanadrums]

I found this guy from Zeitgeist: Moving Forward documentary. I agree with everything he was saying. I work in the field of counseling addiction. I have written many papers that include several factors that contribute to one's behavior; socioeconomic status, environment, genetics, family history, and biological. All of these all play a role, there is not just one contributing factor.

[@HIR5032]

Awesome video, inspiring! People who are struggling with addiction need help, not criticism. They can recovery, one day at a time.

[@rebbekkahholt2647]

I cut myself as a teenager.. I was told that it increased the endorphins that's why I continued it.. I have stopped cutting but traded it for chemicals..This man knows his stuff..

[@mariaaguilar1787]

Well I hope you are well and everything is good with that beautiful dog. I love dogs and I have 3 of my own and a cat. Animals are just so therapeutic and loving. Good luck with you.

[@rebbekkahholt2647]

Thank you!

[@jasonmazzulla5893]

I love all animals.. Those motives seem ...pure.. They are what they are and they are comfortable

[@sugalinja]

Thank you for sharing this video. what Dr. Gabor Mate speak about - it is priceless. * Thank You dr. Gabor. Peace and Love. L*****

[@rd40082]

Excellente a clear explanation about the dinamics of addiction

[@shellie822]

God Bless Gabor Mate!!

[@locoxguy]

What people have to do is change their environment and/or have compassion for themselves and others.

[@williammccormick8300]

This is the first video Jacksepticeye liked.

[@atomicjax76]

Jack Sparrow thats why i clicked lol

[@JaxxHunter]

Gee, what tipped you off? Your curiosity, or the top 3 comments?

[@scottthomas9589]

William McCormick I know! that's why I'm here!!!

[@rocketbooster4378]

William McCormick Me too

[@lleahz]

William McCormick THAT'S WHY I'M HERE!

[@Haych20]

Thank you.

[@reillyg8178]

never mind jacksepticeye I'm here because I'm a recovering addict trying to get well.

[@haninhanwoong]

Thanks for this video. Educating me, and very helpful,holistic for whole lot of people in the world who are working with addiction and addictive tendencies...

[@MichaelNetwork]

@laurakaumbartner - YES...the working out physical exercise produces the chemicals that the Dr. is speaking of. It is a natural / positive way to receive those chemicals that make us feel well. However one must stay aware of this as well. Be careful not to make the gym an addiction as addiction in any form leads to a negative long term outcome. The best way to combat this so to speak is to "stay aware" use your self awareness as an everyday practice that keeps you in the light of truth.

[@ZagorTeNay80]

There is something about the man...anyone else just cannot stop listening?? My tea water just boiled out while watching this...

[@Dollyjollygirl]

Thank you

[@phatygurl184]

He is amazing What a Lecture

[@antalvic]

very useful video i felt like im in class with a good professor and this one hour just passed away so quickly:)

[@heartspeak]

Thank you for watching!

[@gavbag1234]

This guys part in Zeitgeist: Moving Forward will blow your mind. Amazing movie, it's gonna change the world.

[@joy96815]

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[@CinDeeTee83]

So amazing! I loved this! Even took notes.

[@Bapewatch01]

i can learn so easily from him, he describes everything reli well so you can understand and remember :)

[@rallfrey1]

I have only just come across this guy and he is seriously impressive. He is a high powered intellectual working at the coal face of addiction. I would like to know more about his refuting genetic loading as a primary cause of addiction.

[@hichclover4046]

thanks

[@TheDreamClaw]

Just Amazing...

[@hivquestions]

this video has a nice relaxing pace - please be advised that the hiv test only identifies the presence of 2, 3 or 4 proteins for a positive result depending on which country one is testing in and many conditions will cause the body to produce those proteins including drug use, flu shots and pregnancy among others. please pray for all those who have been misdiagnosed with hiv and AIDS.

[@tanith666]

Makes you feel good

[@andbb]

Amazing lecture.

[@VVilDeCaRd]

So inspiring and informative

[@NorthwoodsCanada]

I don't think he is saying that no drug is addictive. If I understand him right, I believe he is saying that if we have experienced trauma or stress or abuse at an early age, or if society has removed many of the basic emotional needs in our lives, we will have a very difficult time overcoming the addiction that these drugs contain without someone providing the support that will replace what an addict seeks from the drugs.

[@AuggieX1]

This is an amazing video.....Thank you for posting.

[@7gcove]

Priceless information. Thanks

[@TheLostThieves]

Thanks for this. Very interesting, straight to the point and very easy to understand and relate to.

[@carolscabinas]

This is fantastic !! knowledge love and insight. ! Thank you !

[@7paco]

00:20:55 wow, nails what society should be asking itself

[@CynthiaChestnut]

Totally Awesome!

[@rranarush]

Listen, Learn and be the change that you want to see.

[@lewis3265]

You guys should buy his book it is really good. I had to get it for my A&D class and was surprised how good it really is.

[@ThaNosaN]

Thanks a lot for both the upload and the subtitles, -I believe though that they are not 100% accurate.

[@richardbirnel7640]

In my appreciation of examples to help me reflect on myself, I wish that these videos of Dr. Mate the times he asks others for to share 'some judgement you've had in your life. It could be about others, it could be about yourself..' that the videos weren't cut! I want to know the examples!

[@Ethitub]

Thanks for sharing.

[@jr1019]

I was watching this video and I didn't want it to end. The information was great. The way he gives his presentations is very connecting. He seems like a compassionate and caring human. Thanks for this great video

[@alejandrogodoy9392]

Great work.

[@LOLMAN22]

thanks for uploading, this is a great lecture

[@ontnurse2]

This is a great video,thanks for the upload.Very informative

[@cbotello009]

Amazing!!!

[@sajaradi6313]

Good stuff

[@SimonJimenez90]

Good lecture, been helpful

[@heartspeak]

you can order it on DVD from the producers at heartspeakproductions.ca

[@imalwayswatchingu00]

No, he says that it is possible to change your neurology (addiction) even later in life! The brain is always ready to adapt. Even if you've been addicted for most of your life.

[@mboyer68]

Thank you, excellent information.

[@Intuition11111]

It is a shame there has been a large amount of disinformation spread about Dr Gabor Mate's work (such as psychology today, which coincidently is the first thing which appears when his name is googled) I think he is spot on about the trauma but the current societal paradigm defines trauma as some big event that happened to a child however, it can be defined as anything really which leads a child to maladaptive behaviour in their adult life (such as many small events). The entire definition of trauma needs to be clarified and broadened widely. Most people don't seem to understand what it is and it is their ignorance on the matter that brings about criticism of his theories.

[@kartaoniks]

Such a good video :). Gabor is amazing

[@heartspeak]

thanks for watching!

[@MorComm]

Dr Mate's point that genetics don't cause addiction is a bomb shell directed at those who would ignore the role of social environment on a child's brain development. His point that 95% of all mental activity is unconscious clearly refutes the simplistic argument that addiction has to do with lack of so-called "will power".

[@heartspeak]

We now have english subtitles on the upload. Just click on the transcript button below the video!

[@joy96815]

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[@imalwayswatchingu00]

0:48:0 I can honestly say that I woke up at 15 years of age, still sober to that point in my life and said "I'm going to become a drug addict."