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Nov 2023
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The downsides of dopamine

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While dopamine is a vital part of our brain's functioning, an over-reliance on it can lead to various downsides affecting our mental and physical well-being.

Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast.

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