Dhru Purohit Show

Why You Need a Dopamine Detox: The Science Based Way to Master Self Control & Break Addiction Patterns with Dr. Alok Kanojia

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Nov 25, 2024
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Alok Kanojia
Dr. Alok Kanojia is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and co-founder of Healthy Gamer, specializing in technology and mental health. He dives deep into the nature of addiction, its neurological roots, and the contrasting roles of dopamine and serotonin. Dr. Kanojia discusses the psychological toll of social media, shares effective morning routines, and emphasizes the importance of embracing discomfort for self-discovery. He also offers strategies for breaking unhealthy habits and finding true purpose in a tech-driven world.
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Addiction Cycle

  • Addictions begin as solutions to problems, offering a reward to the brain.
  • Over time, dependence grows, problems arise, yet stopping becomes difficult.
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Social Media's Broad Impact

  • Social media affects the brain more broadly than substances, impacting identity, comparison, and motivation.
  • It activates primitive brain circuits related to social status and relationships, leading to issues like body image distortion and constant comparison.
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Dopamine Depletion

  • Dopamine, the primary motivating neurotransmitter, is depleted by social media, decreasing pleasure and reinforcement from other activities.
  • Wasting dopamine on social media diminishes the sense of accomplishment from productive work, making it harder to work the next day.
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