The Changing Face of Addiction

The podcast discusses how addiction is evolving and shifting from substance addiction to behavioral addictions. The speaker explores the idea that many of our addictions are now becoming online ones, fueled by constant exposure to addictive hooks and stimuli in the digital landscape. The pervasive use of technology, social media platforms, and gamification techniques create an attention society that capitalizes on our dopamine-seeking behaviors. The podcast highlights the compulsion and harmful consequences that define addiction and raises concerns about the impact of postmodern addictions on mental health and well-being.