Making Sense with Sam Harris #142 — Addiction, Depression, and a Meaningful Life
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Nov 13, 2018 
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Rat Park Experiment
- Johann Hari's family struggled with addiction, motivating his research for "Chasing the Scream".
- He learned that addiction is not solely biological, as demonstrated by the "Rat Park" experiment.
Addiction and Connection
- The opposite of addiction is connection, not sobriety.
- Hari's research suggests that social and psychological factors are crucial in understanding addiction.
Rising Despair
- Depression and anxiety have risen alongside various indicators of despair like suicide and addiction.
- These issues cluster together, suggesting a deeper connection than just chemical imbalances.