The Brain's Reward System: Dopamine and Addiction

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In this episode, we delve into the brain's reward system, focusing on the neurotransmitter dopamine. We'll explore how dopamine influences our experiences of pleasure and reward, and how this system can be hijacked by addictive substances. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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