Dopamine Fasting and Mental Health

This chapter delves into dopamine fasting as a potential approach for overcoming severe addiction, particularly highlighting the importance of medical supervision during detoxification. It follows a case study of a young woman navigating cannabis dependency and the insights gained from a month of abstinence, revealing the long-term mental health impacts of substance use. The chapter also examines broader societal trends linking increased wealth to higher rates of depression and anxiety, proposing that excessive pleasure-seeking behaviors contribute to mental health challenges.