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EPISODE · Dec 11, 2025 · 9 MIN

How Fame Affects the Brain | Heather Berlin

from NOVA Presents · host GBH

Fame can hijack the brain like a drug—activating the same reward circuits that fuel a relentless chase for dopamine highs. Neuroscientist Heather Berlin reveals the antidote—and why even social media fame can trigger this cycle.For more, check out the extended interview with Heather Berlin.Learn more about NOVA and subscribe to our YouTube channel. 

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