She died the day before the Grammy Awards – Whitney Houston – one of the iconic voices of the Twentieth century who made a tremendous contribution to the music world but was plagued by a tumultuous life of abuse and addiction.
Radio New Zealand National’s Jim Mora interviews Human Behavior Expert Patrick Wanis PhD for his insights into Whitney Houston, celebrities and addiction.
Patrick reveals that stress and traumas shrink the brain and lead to addiction; he also discusses the “Impostor Syndrome” and the unique challenges that celebrities face and the prevalence of drugs in the music industry; “drugs are the hors d’oeuvres of many music parties.”
Patrick Wanis PhD also exposes the parasites (the entourage) that surround celebrities and enable, supply & perpetuate the celebrity’s addiction.
Click below to listen to the interview.

Patrick Wanis, PhD, is a renowned relationship and behavioral expert with over 25 years of experience. Creator of SRTT Therapy (Subconscious Rapid Transformation Technique), he specializes in resolving root causes of trauma and other conditions without reliving pain or retraumatization. He has developed various psychological assessments on emotional intelligence, relationships, self-sabotage, and authenticity, and serves diverse clients from celebrities to teens. A trusted media source, Global media including CNN, BBC, FOX News turn to Wanis for insights into relationships, sexuality, human motivation, trauma, communication, body language, and persuasion.
