Dr. Anna Lembke
What’s inside
In ‘Dopamine Nation’, Dr. Anna Lembke, a leading expert on addiction, explores how our society has become a sea of excess, fostering a culture of dependence and addiction. Using case studies from her own practice, she highlights the dangers of over-consumption and provides strategies for achieving a state of balance in our lives.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding the neurobiology of addiction
- Learning about the effects of excess in modern society
- Discovering strategies to achieve balance in personal life
- Enhancing awareness and understanding of mental health
Key Points
- Understanding Dopamine and its Role in Addiction
- The Dangers of Over-Consumption
- Society’s Role in Fostering Dependence
- Case Studies of Addiction
- Strategies for Achieving Balance
- The Importance of Delayed Gratification
- The Role of Pain in Pleasure
Who’s it For
- Psychologists
- Neuroscience Students
- General Readers interested in mental health
- Well-being advocates
- Individuals struggling with addiction
About the author
Dr. Anna Lembke is a psychiatrist and leading expert on drug addiction. She’s a professor at Stanford University School of Medicine and chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic.