Dopamine addiction

The concept involves compulsive engagement in activities or substances that elevate dopamine levels in the brain, resulting in pleasure and reward sensations. This can encompass behaviors like gambling, gaming, social media use, and substance abuse, creating a cycle of craving and reward akin to traditional substance addiction. The term is used to describe behavioral patterns rather than a physical addiction to dopamine itself, often highlighting psychological aspects.

Dopamine addiction was discovered on October 30th 2024 and it currently has a search volume of 40.5K with a growth of +331%.