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Episode #155: The Truth About Dopamine and Porn Addiction - Dr. Trish Leigh

Dr. Trish Leigh

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The Hijacking of Pleasure Pathways: Understanding Dopamine Dependency

This chapter explores how pornography affects brain chemistry, specifically highlighting the influence of dopamine on pleasure-seeking behavior. It discusses the consequences of early exposure leading to dependency on heightened arousal and suggests strategies such as neurofeedback to reset these pleasure pathways for improved well-being.

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