• 235. Q&A: What is the Difference Between Dependence and Addiction? What is Compulsion?

  • Sep 4 2024
  • Length: 26 mins
  • Podcast

235. Q&A: What is the Difference Between Dependence and Addiction? What is Compulsion?

  • Summary

  • In this special Q&A episode, we dive deep into the science behind **compulsive behaviors** and explore what’s really happening in the brain of someone with a compulsive disorder. Whether it’s compulsive gambling, overeating, or obsessive cleaning, you’ll learn how the brain’s reward system, emotional regulation, and impulse control are impacted. We break down the key differences between physical dependence and addiction, and explain why people feel driven to repeat these behaviors even when they know the consequences. Tune in for a fascinating discussion that sheds light on the complex world of compulsions and how they affect everyday life!
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