UN-bound with Melissa Adeniyi

In this week’s episode of Unlicensed, Jill is joined by licensed professional counselor Melissa Adeniyi for an honest and informative conversation about addiction. Together, they break down what addiction actually is, how it forms, and the role genetics play in increasing vulnerability. Melissa also explains the differences between substance use, dependency, and addiction, helping to clear up common misconceptions.The conversation also explores how cultural influences including college culture can play a major role in the development and normalization of addictive behaviors. They also discuss why many people deny having an addiction, what high functioning addiction looks like, and why it often goes unnoticed or unaddressed. Consider this your soft launch into therapy!