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Why do we get addicted to things?
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Expert Answer
Addiction involves neurochemical changes in the brain's reward system (dopamine dysregulation), genetic predisposition, and psychological factors (trauma, coping mechanisms). The brain adapts to addictive substances/behaviors, requiring more for the same effect and causing withdrawal when stopped.
Key Insight
Addiction involves neurochemical changes in the brain's reward system (dopamine dysregulation), genetic predisposition, and psychological factors (trauma, coping mechanisms).
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