Published Feb 21, 2023

The Science of Addiction | Dr. Anna Lembke | Knowledge Project 159

Dr. Anna Lembke delves into the science of addiction, illuminating dopamine's crucial role and the disease's biopsychosocial complexities, while exploring the transformative approach of Alcoholics Anonymous in recovery.

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Understanding Dopamine
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Addiction Explained
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Alcoholics Anonymous
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The Science of Addiction | Dr. Anna Lembke | Knowledge Project 159

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Modern Stress

Addiction Withdrawal

Substance Use Rationalizations

The Balance of Addiction

Addiction Recovery Strategies

Pursuing Good Days

Addiction Warning Signs

Addiction Spectrum

Teaching Empathy

Addiction Treatment

Sleep Addiction

Addiction's Neuroadaptation Gremlins

Alcoholics Anonymous Success

The Role of Dopamine

Episode Highlights

Understanding Dopamine

Addiction Explained

Alcoholics Anonymous

The Science of Addiction | Dr. Anna Lembke | Knowledge Project 159

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Understanding DopamineDr. Anna Lembke, a professor of psychiatry at Stanford, unpacks the science of addiction, focusing on dopamine's role in pleasure, motivation, and craving. She explains how addiction develops and the complex interplay between pleasure and pain in the brain.

Understanding Dopamine

Addiction ExplainedDr. Anna Lembke explores the multifaceted nature of addiction, emphasizing its status as a primary, progressive disease. She discusses early warning signs, treatment modalities, and the importance of understanding addiction's biopsychosocial aspects.

Addiction Explained

Alcoholics AnonymousNext, Dr. Anna Lembke explores the history, philosophy, and practices of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), highlighting its unique approach to addiction recovery. She explains the role of shame in recovery and how AA leverages it to help individuals commit to sobriety.

Alcoholics Anonymous