Published Jul 10, 2023

The Paradox of Pleasure

Explore the paradox of pleasure with psychiatrist Dr. Anna Lembke as she delves into how modern society's constant temptations fuel addiction, impairing our mental health through dopamine imbalances and redefining addiction to include everyday behaviors driven by technology.

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Consequences of ExcessAnna Lembke shares compelling personal stories and societal insights into the multifaceted nature of addiction. She highlights how modern society's temptations contribute to a widespread dopamine deficit, impacting mental health and happiness.

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Pleasure-Pain BalanceDr. Anna Lembke explores how our evolutionary wiring for pleasure and pain is mismatched with today's world of abundance. She explains the role of dopamine in this imbalance and the modern challenges it presents to mental health.

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