The Role of Dopamine Neurotransmitters In Addiction: New Insights (Ep. 367)
Matt Finch showcases new research from May 2024 on dopamine pharmacodynamics and addictive processes that are revolutionizing our understanding of dopamine. In this episode, Matt will cover a paper from the International Journal of Molecular Sciences titled Dopamine Pharmacodynamics: New Insights. Here are the topics of this episode: Intro and Overview of the Research The Dopamine System Dopamine as a Neurotransmitter Dopamine as a Neuromodulator Dopamine and Alcohol Addiction Dopamine and Drug Addiction What Causes Addiction? From Bad Neuromodulation to Neurotoxicity Summary Show Notes Page>>