Episode
Psychiatrist Reacts to World Cup Star's Pill Addiction
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- Side Effects with Dr. Josef
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- Jul 16, 2026
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- 1165
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Click here for a free admissions assessment with our team who can help you: https://taperclinic.com/start-your-taper/ Grab our free Tapering Guide Here: https://taperclinic.com/free-guide/ A psychiatrist breaks down the career decline and sleeping pill addiction of English footballer Dele Alli and what his story reveals about the link between childhood trauma and addiction. Dele Alli's early life was marked by severe trauma. In this video, we look at how that history shaped his relationship with sedatives, why sleeping pills became a daily coping tool rather than a sleep aid, and how long-term benzodiazepine use may have quietly derailed a career that critics wrongly blamed on "laziness." What we cover: How childhood trauma can leave the amygdala over activated, driving chronic anxiety and the urge to "numb" internal pain Why sedatives and sleeping pills are often used to escape hyperarousal, not for pleasure How Alli went from taking sleeping pills for rest to using them during the day to mask emotional pain Why benzodiazepines (like Xanax) are inappropriate for chronic insomnia, especially for people with a trauma history The link between long-term benzo use and increased anxiety, depression, and cognitive decline How these effects likely contributed to Alli's drop in form and the truth behind the "lazy" label Why asking for help is a sign of strength, not weaknessA critical warning: benzodiazepines must be tapered slowly to avoid severe, long-lasting withdrawal Recovery is possible, and no one should face these struggles alone. If you or someone you know is dealing with addiction or trauma, reaching out for professional support is a sign of strength. CONNECT WITH ME:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjosefwittdoerring/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drjosef…