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Mentioned in 108 episodes

Dopamine Nation

Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence

Book • 2021

Anna Lembke, MD

In 'Dopamine Nation,' Dr. Anna Lembke delves into the scientific discoveries that explain why overindulgence in high-reward, high-dopamine stimuli leads to pain.

The book combines personal narratives from her clinical practice with the latest psychology research to illustrate how to find contentment and connectedness by keeping dopamine in check.

Lembke discusses the impact of modern addictions, such as those related to smartphones, food, and other behaviors, and provides strategies for managing consumption and transforming lives.

The book emphasizes the importance of balancing the science of desire with the wisdom of recovery.

Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

Steven Bartlett

Alex Hutchinson

Andrew Wilkinson

Mentioned in 108 episodes

Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

as a fascinating exploration into dopamine as it relates to addiction.

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Recommended by

Andrew Huberman

as a fantastic book about dopamine schedules and the relationship between peaks and baselines of dopamine.

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Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

in the context of dopamine and addiction.

How to Best Guide Your Life Decisions & Path | Dr. Jordan Peterson

Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

when discussing dopamine dynamics and addiction.

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Mentioned when the speaker referred to people who have recovered from their addictions

How to Grow From Doing Hard Things | Michael Easter

Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

, referencing her work on the pleasure-pain balance in addiction.

What Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health

Mentioned by

Steven Bartlett

as one of her best-selling books.

The Dopamine Expert: Doing This Once A Day Fixes Your Dopamine! What Alcohol Is Really Doing To Your Brain! Your Childhood Shapes Future Addictions!

Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

as a fabulous book on dopamine and addiction.

Science-Based Tools for Increasing Happiness

Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

in relation to addiction and recovery.

Access Your Best Self With Mind-Body Practices, Belief Testing & Imagination | Dr. Martha Beck

Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

, referencing a patient's use of cold exposure to increase dopamine and aid in sobriety.

Using Deliberate Cold Exposure for Health and Performance

Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

as an upcoming book on the dopamine system.

#708: Dr. Andrew Huberman — A Neurobiologist on Optimizing Sleep, Enhancing Performance, Reducing Anxiety, Increasing Testosterone, and Using the Body to Control the Mind (Repost)

Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

to explain dopamine dynamics in addiction.

Tools for Overcoming Substance & Behavioral Addictions | Ryan Soave

Recommended by

Andrew Huberman

as a fascinating read into addiction and ways to treat various types of addiction.

Dr. Anna Lembke: Understanding & Treating Addiction

Mentioned by

Alex Hutchinson

as a book that delves into the addictive elements of dopamine.

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Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

when discussing a patient's use of cold exposure to manage dopamine levels while recovering from addiction.

Optimize & Control Your Brain Chemistry to Improve Health & Performance

Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

as a book describing the effects of dopamine peaks and crashes.

Moment 211: Dr. Andrew Huberman: The Real Reason You're Always Exhausted & Have No Dopamine!

Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

when discussing addiction and its impact on the brain.

Nicotine’s Effects on the Brain & Body & How to Quit Smoking or Vaping

Mentioned by

Andrew Wilkinson

for its insights into the dopamine system and addiction.

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Recommended by

Andrew Huberman

to understand motivated behaviors and ways to channel behaviors toward healthy ones.

Controlling Sugar Cravings & Metabolism with Science-Based Tools

Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

, discussing Lemke's work on dopamine and its relevance to dopamine detoxing.

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