ManTalks Podcast cover image

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

ManTalks Podcast

00:00

Navigating the Neurochemistry of Addiction

This chapter examines the interplay between pleasure and pain in addiction, emphasizing how neurochemical changes in the brain can lead to compulsive behaviors. It addresses the transition from seeking pleasure to merely maintaining a baseline state, while also discussing the challenges of withdrawal in relation to substances and modern technology like social media. The speakers reflect on personal experiences with addiction, the uncertainties of life, and the importance of understanding and addressing the emerging phenomena of modern addictions.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app