10 stories tagged #dopamine

  1. Inside the Battle Against Phone Addiction: Therapy and Recovery
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    Inside the Battle Against Phone Addiction: Therapy and Recovery

    As screen time soars, therapists treat rising numbers of people with severe phone dependency, from residential rehab to 12-step programs.

    2w ago 1 min read
  2. The Arrival Fallacy: Why Achieving the Goal Feels Quiet
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    The Arrival Fallacy: Why Achieving the Goal Feels Quiet

    Psychology explains why landing the big promotion or buying the house often brings a flat feeling rather than lasting joy, a phenomenon known as the arrival fallacy.

    3w ago 1 min read
  3. Single Workout Cuts Cigarette Cravings, New Study Finds
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    Single Workout Cuts Cigarette Cravings, New Study Finds

    Research shows a single high-intensity aerobic workout reduces smoking cravings for up to 30 minutes, boosting quit rates by up to 21%.

    2mo ago 2 min read
  4. Multitasking's Hidden Brain Drain: Why We Can't Stop, and What It Costs
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    Multitasking's Hidden Brain Drain: Why We Can't Stop, and What It Costs

    Explore the illusion of multitasking, its real impact on productivity and mental health, and practical steps to reclaim focus in an always-on world.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  5. The Warm Introvert: How Social Enjoyment and Energy Drain Coexist
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    The Warm Introvert: How Social Enjoyment and Energy Drain Coexist

    Explaining the neuroscience behind introversion, where genuine social enjoyment coexists with physiological depletion.

    3mo ago 2 min read
  6. The Emotional Hangover: Understanding Post-Alcohol Anxiety and Mood Swings
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    The Emotional Hangover: Understanding Post-Alcohol Anxiety and Mood Swings

    Experts explain the science behind why alcohol can lead to anxiety, irritability, and mood crashes the day after drinking, offering insights into managing these effects.

    4mo ago 1 min read
  7. Autism-Parkinson's Link: New Research Points to Dopamine Transporters
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    Autism-Parkinson's Link: New Research Points to Dopamine Transporters

    New study suggests dopamine transporter abnormalities in young adults with autism may explain increased Parkinson's risk later in life.

    4mo ago 1 min read
  8. GLP-1 Drugs Show Promise as Addiction 'Habit-Breakers'
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    GLP-1 Drugs Show Promise as Addiction 'Habit-Breakers'

    New research suggests GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy may significantly reduce addiction risks and substance-related deaths across various substances.

    4mo ago 1 min read