Unveiling the Genetics of Addiction with Dr. Evelyn Higgins

Join host Kate Boyle and her special guest Dr. Evelyn Higgins, a recognized authority in health and wellness and founder of Wired BioHealth, as they dive into a profound discussion on the science of addiction and pain management.

Dr. Higgins shares insights on the role of genetics in addiction, the impact of epigenetics, and the science behind why certain individuals may be predisposed to addictive behaviors.

Learn about the biomarkers of addiction and how understanding these can help in developing effective treatments and preventative strategies. If you or someone you know is affected by addiction or chronic pain, this episode offers valuable scientific knowledge and hope for change.

 

Connect with Dr. Evelyn Higgins:

Dr. Evelyn Higgins is a globally recognized authority in health and wellness.

She is the founder of Wired BioHealth and holds distinguished credentials as a Diplomate of the American College of Addictionology and Compulsive Disorders, a Diplomate of the American Board of Disability Analysts specializing in pain management, and a Certified Addictionologist.

Throughout her illustrious career, Dr. Higgins has advised the U.S. Surgeon General, served as a Team Doctor for the 1996 Olympic Games, and had the honor of being an Olympic torchbearer.

In 2021, she was nominated for Modern Healthcare’s Top 25 Innovators in Healthcare. With over 35 years of clinical practice and consulting, Dr. Higgins has spent more than 17 years advancing the science of health optimization, wellness, and recovery, with a particular focus on behavioral wellness.

She is the author of The Dr. Higgins Guide to Health & Wellness and The Mystery of Happiness. As a keynote speaker at the 2024 Addiction Studies Institute Conference at Ohio State Medical Center, a TEDx speaker, and a panelist at prominent international events—including the 2022 International Society of Substance Use Professionals Annual Conference in Abu Dhabi—Dr. Higgins is a leading voice in the convergence of epigenetics, neuroscience, and holistic health

 

Website: https://www.doctorhiggins.com/

https://www.wiredforaddiction.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wiredbiohealth/

https://www.instagram.com/doctorevelynhiggins/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evelyn.higgins.509/

https://www.facebook.com/WiredForAddiction/

 

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