Dr. Gabor Maté: The Shocking Link Between ADHD, Addiction, Autoimmune Diseases, & Trauma

Today, Mel’s dream guest joins her in the Boston studios: Dr. Gabor Maté, MD.

Dr. Maté is a world-renowned trauma expert, and shares things today unlike he has ever shared before.

This wide-ranging conversation covers ADHD, autoimmune diseases, anxiety, addiction, people pleasing, and trauma.

Dr. Maté will take you on a deep dive into how your early life experiences can shape the way you feel and function today, both mentally and physically.

This episode is about unlocking real healing and finding hope.

Dr. Maté’s compassionate insights will show you how understanding your past can free you to make healthier choices right now.

You’re about to discover powerful, science-backed ways to understand and care for yourself in ways you never have before.

So, whether you’re on this journey for yourself or to help someone you love, this episode is for you.

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If you liked this episode and want to reprogram your brain for more happiness and fulfillment, listen to this episode next: #1 Neurosurgeon: How to Manifest Anything You Want & Unlock the Unlimited Power of Your Mind

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