In Kamloops talk, bestselling author Gabor Maté explains why he believes addiction isn’t a choice — but ‘comes out of trauma’

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• SourceThe Wren
• Original URLhttps://thewrennews.ca/in-kamloops-talk-bestselling-author-gabor-mate-explains-why-he-believes-addiction-isnt-a-choice-but-comes-out-of-trauma/
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• Publish dateMar 24, 2026
• First indexedMay 15, 2026 9:00 am PDT
• Last checkedMay 15, 2026 9:16 am PDT
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• DescriptionAddiction affects most of us, says the retired B.C. physician. But common views about substance use aren’t always accurate.

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• Local mental-health awareness & personal stories — Kamloops 2026

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