
Hidden Brain
The Path to Enough
This week, we bring you the second part of our 2023 conversation on the perils of too much pleasure. Psychiatrist Anna Lembke explains the neuroscience behind compulsive consumption. She also shares techniques she’s learned from her patients to overcome the lure of addictive substances and behaviors. Then, Anna responds to your questions and comments on everything from dopamine fasts to kids' use of cell phones in our segment "Your Questions Answered."
Speaking breakdown
Dialog switches153
Avg turn37s
Longest speech4m 23s
Host questions48
Guest questions45
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