THE DOPAMINE DYNAMICS OF ADDICTION

 

EXPLORING RAPID PEAKS, DEEP TROUGHS, AND THE BRAIN'S PURSUIT OF EFFORTLESS REWARD

 

WRITTEN BY: NEURO EDGE PUBLISHING

 

 

ABOUT THIS BOOK

This ebook has not been written from the limited perspective of a single expert, but rather crafted by a dedicated researcher who has gathered, compared, and distilled insights from many of the world's leading authorities in health and wellness. By drawing on the collective wisdom of renowned professionals such as Dr. Daniel Amen, Dr. Peter Attia, Dr. David Sinclair, Dr. Eric Berg, Dr. Andrew Huberman, Dr. David Perlmutter, Dr. Steven Gundry, Dr. Rhonda Patrick, Dr. Mark Hyman, and many others, this work aims to present not one individual's opinion, but a consensus of evidence-based, professional knowledge. The goal is to give you a clear, trustworthy, and well-rounded understanding of the latest science, free from the bias of a single viewpoint.

 

 

CONTENT:

Addiction's Dependence On The Dopamine System

Types Of Addiction: Substances And Behaviors

Cocaine As An Illustrative Example Of Dopamine Peaks

The Speed And Magnitude Of Dopamine Surges

Reinforcement Through Immediate Dopamine Release

The System Learns: Stimulus Equals Euphoria

The Desirability Of Hyper-Short Contingencies

Short Gaps And Difficulty In Pursuing Long-Term Goals

The Steepness Of The Dopamine Rise As A Key Factor

The Post-Peak Dopamine Drop Below Baseline

The Vicious Loop: Cravings Triggered By Dopamine Troughs

Addiction's Entrenchment: Pursuit Of Effortless Dopamine Peaks

Preventing Addiction: Avoiding Initial Exposure

Protracted Recovery: The Extended Time To Return To Baseline

The Progressive Worsening: Lower Peaks And Deeper Troughs