Getting Dopamine From Your Best Connections Not Your Worst Vices Dopamine is trending as the most popular neurotransmitter. And why not? There are days I think it rules the world or at least the day-to-day activities of my friends and family. The craving you have when you smell the coffee brewing in the morning—thank dopamine. That elation you feel[…]
Author Archives: Dr. Sadaqat ali
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Addiction is a devastating condition that can destroy lives, relationships, and futures. But how do drugs hijack the brain to such an extent? Research suggests that certain substances, such as amphetamines and opioids, alter brain structure and function, making users more impulsive and less capable of resisting cravings. This article explores how drugs manipulate the[…]
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Understanding What Prevents Healing Can Be The First Step Toward Recovery Trauma experienced in childhood has a special ability to wound, especially when it includes emotional, physical, or sexual abuse or neglect. The falloutechoes through the years and causes negative consequences, such as higher risks of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, obesity, behavioral problems, and health problems such as heart disease. One study that followed hundreds of adolescents over[…]
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Jan
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Exploring the Impact of Excessive Internet Use The idea of Internet addiction was first proposed as a psychological disorder in the 1990s, but it wasn’t taken seriously at the time. However, with advancements in research, the understanding of excessive Internet use has significantly evolved. Today, numerous studies highlight that between 1-10% of individuals experience difficulties[…]
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Jan
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Alcohol abuse can have severe psychological and social consequences, often more dangerous than its physical effects. A study from the University of Colorado at Boulder revealed that these mental and social impacts can significantly increase the risk of death, even more so than the physical damage caused by alcohol. Psychological Damage Outweighs Physical Risks Heavy[…]
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Jan
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Changing eating habits is challenging for many people. While it’s possible to change what, when, or how much we eat for a while, old habits often return once our willpower fades. But why is it so difficult to break away from unhealthy eating patterns? Understanding the Root Causes Dr. Kari Anderson, Executive Director of Green[…]
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Jan
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The Truth About Exercise Addiction Many people become physically active to look and feel better and to get healthy. But physical activity may become addictive for a small number of people. So how many of us are at risk? Katherine Schreiber, co-author of The Truth About Exercise Addiction: Understanding the Dark Side of Thinspiration, is a New York City-based writer pursuing[…]
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Jan
Jan
How Sleep Deprivation Affects Grocery Shopping Choices Imagine this scenario: you’ve been up all night studying for an exam, working a double shift, or caring for a sick child. The next morning, you realize your fridge is empty, and you head to the grocery store. Before you step through those automatic doors, stop and reconsider.[…]
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Jan
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Building Mental Strength to Protect Against Stress The effects of chronic stress can slowly deteriorate health and productivity. At first, you might dismiss minor issues like poor sleep or irritability, but over time, stress can take years off your life. Even a single life event, like the loss of a loved one or unemployment, can[…]
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Research from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) highlights a concerning connection between ADHD and substance abuse. According to their findings, children with ADHD are significantly more prone to substance use disorders compared to their peers without the condition. Specifically, they are three times more likely to become smokers, twice as likely to abuse cocaine,[…]