The Meadows, one of America’s leading centers for the treatment of addiction and trauma, is pleased to present an 11-part video interview with John Bradshaw, world-famous educator, counselor, motivational speaker, author, and leading figure in the field of mental health.

In the eighth video of the series, Mr. Bradshaw discusses the relationship between shame and depression, explaining that people who grow up in alcoholic, abusive, or shaming families often suffer from chronic shame. He adds that the effects of long-term chronic shame can be devastating, citing neuroscientific research suggesting that chronically shamed parts of the brain are “pruned.”

“The parts being ‘pruned’ are the parts that cause chronic depression,” he says.

Mr. Bradshaw has enjoyed a long and mutually beneficial association with The Meadows, giving insights to staff and patients, speaking at alumni retreats, lecturing to mental health professionals at workshops and seminars, and helping to shape its cutting-edge treatment programs. In recognition of Mr. Bradshaw’s contributions to addiction recovery, an on-campus lecture hall has been dedicated in his honor.

Identified as one of the most influential writers on emotional health in the 20th century, Mr. Bradshaw has changed the lives of millions of people around the world through his writings and sold-out workshops and seminars. His New York Times best-selling books include Homecoming: Reclaiming and Championing Your Inner Child, Creating Love, and Healing the Shame That Binds You.

In other videos in this series, Mr. Bradshaw discusses such topics as Survivor Week, the importance of after-care facilities, and The Meadows’ model of treatment. To view all the videos in this compelling series, visit www.youtube.com/themeadowswickenburg.

For more about The Meadows’ innovative treatment program for addictions and trauma, see www.themeadows.org http://www.themeadows.org or call The Meadows at 800-244-4949.