Intoxicants release a lot of dopamine all at once in the reward pathway, different from natural rewards. Our brains are evolved for a world of scarcity, making us work hard for natural rewards like food and shelter. The release of large amounts of dopamine by modern potent reinforcers causes our brain to down-regulate dopamine to compensate.
Join Dr. Anna Lembke, a leading expert in addiction medicine, as she delves into the challenges of digital addiction in our hyper-connected world. In this episode, Dr. Lembke explains the neuroscience behind why we get hooked on digital platforms and offers practical advice for managing our digital habits. Discover the concept of "dopamine detox" and how taking breaks from digital stimuli can reset our brain's reward system, leading to improved mental health and well-being.
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