Dopamine and serotonin are neurotransmitters used by the nervous system to regulate bodily functions like sleep and memory. While dopamine and serotonin are the feel-good chemicals responsible for our moods and emotions, they both function differently. Low levels of dopamine have been linked to mental health disorders like depression, and low levels of serotonin contribute […]
Tag Archives: Dopamine
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Mar
Mar
There are a lot of pop songs that like to compare love to a drug. You feel hooked as soon as you see that person and spend time with them up to the point where you feel you cannot stop thinking about them even after a breakup. By learning how the brain works when you […]
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Aug
Aug
You may have heard about getting a dopamine rush after you make a big purchase or after you get off of a rollercoaster. Some of what you may have heard about these feel-good chemicals may not be the truth in regards to its link to addiction. By understanding what the true meaning of dopamine is, […]
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Jun
Jun
When we indulge in alcohol or other illicit drugs, we’re likely to experience a variety of symptoms – including euphoria. It’s that “rush” that many people chase after, but what is it about substances that gives them such a pleasurable feeling? One component of family and individual addiction recovery is exploring how drugs affect the […]