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The Role of Dopamine in Social Interactions
23:09 - 32:16 (09:07)
This podcast discusses how dopamine affects our reward pathway when people agree with us, like us, or when we share the same reactions. The episode also mentions how a dopamine release may be the reason for the popularity of watching others play video games.
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Targeting addiction requires addressing the effects of dopamine on the reward pathway.
23:09 - 27:28 (04:18)
Summary
Targeting addiction requires addressing the effects of dopamine on the reward pathway. By eliminating the drug of choice and moderating pleasure, the resulting dopamine deficit state can be prevented leading to a decrease in depression and anxiety.
ChapterThe Role of Dopamine in Social Interactions
Episode#392 - Anna Lembke - How To Reset Your Brain's Dopamine Balance
PodcastModern Wisdom
The physiologic drive that causes addiction to video games is due to the release of dopamine in our reward pathway when we get a cue for our drug of choice, which is why even watching others play video games can release dopamine.
27:28 - 28:54 (01:25)
Summary
The physiologic drive that causes addiction to video games is due to the release of dopamine in our reward pathway when we get a cue for our drug of choice, which is why even watching others play video games can release dopamine. This powerful drive can explain the motivation to seek out and play video games despite the negative consequences.
ChapterThe Role of Dopamine in Social Interactions
Episode#392 - Anna Lembke - How To Reset Your Brain's Dopamine Balance
PodcastModern Wisdom
The release of dopamine when people like us, agree with us, or react similarly to us, explains why we get addicted to social media, especially considering how easily accessible it is compared to face-to-face interactions, as demonstrated by Rob Malenka's research on how oxytocin triggers dopamine release.
28:55 - 32:16 (03:21)
Summary
The release of dopamine when people like us, agree with us, or react similarly to us, explains why we get addicted to social media, especially considering how easily accessible it is compared to face-to-face interactions, as demonstrated by Rob Malenka's research on how oxytocin triggers dopamine release.