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Can Biohacking Positively Impact Those Dealing with Trauma and Addiction?
Data Tracking, Stress Reduction, Neuroplasticity and Natural Detox Will Help
Biohacking has emerged in recent years as a self-optimization movement focused on utilizing science, technology and a hands-on DIY approach to improve human performance and health. Those in the biohacking community seek to “hack” their biology to become the best versions of themselves.
While the term “biohacking” encompasses a wide range of practices and tools, at its core it’s about using an experimental and customized approach to your own health and wellbeing. For some, biohacking means wearing a continuous glucose monitor to dial in their diet. For others, it’s about using nootropics or “smart drugs” to enhance focus and cognition.
But beyond the tech gadgets and performance optimization, biohacking principles and techniques also hold promise for improving health outcomes for those struggling with traumatic experiences or problematic substance use. Let’s explore some of the key ways biohacking can have a positive impact in the context of trauma and addiction recovery:
