Dopamine Detox: Boost Joy and Focus with Science with Dr. Rebekah Jazdzewski, PhD

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Rebekah Jazdzewski, a PhD in clinical psychology and a staff psychologist specializing in substance use disorders. With her extensive experience, she also serves as a clinical advisor for Neurture, bringing valuable expertise to the conversation about dopamine and its effects on our behaviors. Dr. Rebekah dives into the fascinating world of dopamine, explaining its role in motivation, habit formation, and pleasure. She sheds light on dopamine detoxes, a method to reset our brain’s reward system, reduce dependency on unhealthy habits, and cultivate a more balanced mental state. She offers actionable tips and insights backed by research to help listeners better understand and execute a dopamine detox effectively. This podcast is brought to you by Neurture, the #1 science-based app to help you cut back or break habits. Install it for free on iOS or Android. Access detailed show notes at neurtureapp.com/podcast.