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Podcast: It's Not About the Alcohol
Episode: Ep 45| How to fix your dopamine deficit
Description: Alcohol temporarily spikes your dopamine. Which is why you think, "this feels good and I want more." But what goes up must come down. Consistent use (of anything addictive) depletes your dopamine reserves. So you feel worse, crave more and unwittingly progress into addiction. When you quit drinking, you will be in a dopamine deficit for a while. This is known as post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS). Time and healthy habits will recalibrate your brain chemistry. However, there are ways that you can accelerate your recovery. In this episode, get the 5 simple habits that are scientifically...