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How Chronic Stress Increases Risk of Depression

Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health

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Cytokines Suppress Dopamine and Reward

Ethan explains how elevated cytokines under chronic stress reduce dopamine, shifting the brain from reward-seeking to threat vigilance.

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