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E125 - Dr. Anna Lembke: Addiction To Dopamine Enslaves Us, Reclaim Your Mind & Life

Know Thyself

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The Complexities of Addiction and Dopamine

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between addiction, dopamine, and human behavior, examining how compulsive actions can lead to adverse consequences. It highlights an experiment comparing addictive tendencies in rats and humans, emphasizing individual differences in responses to various 'drugs of choice.' The discussion underscores the need for balance between pleasure and pain in modern society while proposing strategies to combat rising addiction rates through intentional discomfort.

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