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02 Jul 2024
45m

How Dopamine Works

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Summary

This podcast episode explores and debunks the misconception that dopamine is solely responsible for pleasure. Instead, it emphasizes the multifaceted role of dopamine as a neurotransmitter in the brain, influencing behavior, motivation, learning, and addiction. The episode discusses the different pathways involved in dopamine's functions, the link between dopamine and risk-taking behavior, the intentional addictive nature of social media platforms, and the misconceptions surrounding the concept ...

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