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#676 Scarcity Brain - Michael Easter

Mental Illness Happy Hour

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The Scarcity Brain: Wiring and Craving

This chapter explores how our ancient brains are wired for scarcity, the survival advantages of acquiring more resources, and the insatiable desire for more in our modern world. It discusses the impact of social media and the concept of scarcity loops that drive repeated detrimental behaviors. The chapter also delves into how corporations manipulate human behavior, the addictive nature of certain behaviors, and the definition of addiction in the DSM-5.

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