Dopamine Fasting

In this episode of Hacking Your ADHD, William Curb explores the concept of "dopamine fasting," which involves reducing activities that provide instant gratification. He clarifies that it's not about eliminating dopamine intake, as it's involved in almost everything we do, but rather about reducing overstimulation from high-dopamine activities like social media. William argues that while abstaining from these activities might have some value, the idea of a dopamine fast as a system reset is an oversimplification and not scientifically validated. Instead, he suggests examining and modulating the habits that lead to the need for such a fast, advocating for setting limits on stimulating activities and finding alternative, healthier ways to manage stimulation and boredom, such as fidget toys or hobbies.