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Dr. Anna Lembke - Dopamine Nation: Why We're Addicted

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The Paradox of Pleasure and Pain in Addiction

This chapter investigates the complex interplay between pleasure, pain, and dopamine in the context of addiction, illustrating how compulsive behaviors often mask deeper struggles. Through the lens of modern-day heroes who share their experiences, it emphasizes the duality of addiction as a hidden 'double life' that individuals lead. By examining the evolutionary backdrop of these behaviors, the chapter sheds light on how modern stimuli can exacerbate vulnerabilities, leading to chronic patterns of addiction.

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