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Dopamine Nation

Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence

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By: Anna Lembke
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We are a wired generation. In these fast-paced times we are constantly bombarded by high-reward, high-dopamine stimuli. From texting to social media, food to drugs, gambling to shopping, we have become addicted to fleeting and distracting pleasures that are making us sick.

In Dopamine Nation, psychiatrist and bestselling author Dr Anna Lembke reveals why our relentless pursuit of pleasure leads to pain and what we can do about it. Bringing together cutting-edge neuroscience with the gripping real life experiences from her clinical practice, Lembke explores how contentment and connectedness are essential tools in keeping dopamine in check. This is an essential book for anyone wanting to find a balance for a happier life.

Don't miss the new book from Dr Anna Lembke - RADICAL SURRENDER: Letting Go in a World Addicted to Control - coming November 2026©2021 Anna Lembke Biological Sciences Neuroscience & Neuropsychology Physics Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Science Social Sciences Thought-Provoking Health Inspiring Mental Health
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Critic Reviews

Anna Lembke's stories of guiding people to find a healthy balance between pleasure and pain have the power to transform your life (Lori Gottlieb, bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone)
Brilliant . . . No matter what you might find yourself over-indulging in-from the internet to food to work to sex-you'll find this book riveting, scary, cogent, and cleverly argued. Lembke weaves patient stories with research, in a voice that's as empathetic as it is clear-eyed (Beth Macy, bestselling author of Dopesick)
Radically changes the way we think about mental illness, pleasure, pain, reward, and stress. Turn toward it. You'll be happy you did (Daniel Levitin, bestselling author of The Organized Mind and Successful Aging)
[An] eye-opening survey on pleasure-seeking and addiction . . . Readers looking for balance will return to Lembke's informative and fascinating guidance.
fascinating case histories, and a sensible formula for treatment.
Dr Anna Lembke is a whiz on why we get hooked on things - and how we can enjoy pleasurable things in healthier doses
Explore[s] the dichotomy between seeking a readily accessible hit of dopamine - from our phones, gambling, or a bag of Fritos - and maintaining healthy, productive, stable lives. (The New York Times)
[An] eye- opening survey on pleasure - seeking and addiction . . . Readers looking for balance will return to Lembke's informative and fascinating guidance. (Publishers Weekly)
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This was so great, I’ve read a number of books on dopamine and this one was a standout. A lot to think about after finishing this.

I loved this so much

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This book helped me understand my own struggles with cannabis addiction and have now successfully quit. I was honestly convinced weed was helping me manage chronic pain, insomnia and anxiety, but it was only making it worse as time went on.
My mind was blown and my life changed.

Excellent read if you’re struggling with addiction of any kind

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I didn't realise I had addictions until I listened to this! I also started seeing the addictions my friends and family have too. A fascinating read.

opened my mind

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Loved this book. Concisely written and very well narrated by the author, Anna Lembke. As others have said, this is a fascinating book with real-life anecdotes that help to solidify Lembke's commentary.

Thought provoking

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Some really fascinating facts and examples in this book. Good narration and overall good book

Good audiobook

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