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DocSnipesApr 19, 2026The Holistic Impact of Addiction on the Nervous System, Gut Microbiome, and Stress Response, and Pathways to Recovery
NeuroscienceAutonomic nervous systemNeurotransmittersGut microbiomeVagus nerve- DocSnipesFeb 7, 2026
Whole Person Counseling: A Functional Health Approach to Addiction Assessment and Interventions
PsychologyWhole Person RecoveryAddiction (functional definition)ToleranceWithdrawal (Physiological & Psychological) 
hubermanlabJan 12, 2026Overcoming Addiction: Understanding Risks, Genetics, and Effective Strategies with Dr. Keith Humphreys
PsychologyAddiction (scientific definition)Harmful persistenceProgressive narrowing of pleasurePhysical dependence vs. Addiction
DrTraceyMarksNov 12, 2025The Dopamine Trap: Why Unpredictable Relationships Feel Compelling and Healthy Love Feels Boring
RelationshipsDopamine mechanismAnticipation and motivationReward seekingUnpredictability
HealthyGamerGGOct 16, 2025The Dopamine Deficit: How Social Media Platforms Engineer Boredom and How to Reclaim Enjoyment
PsychologyDopamine cravingDopamine withdrawalDopaminergic transmissionNucleus accumbens- HealthyGamerGGMay 21, 2025
Navigating a World in Crisis: Personal Agency, Professionalism, and Opportunity in Challenging Times
Self-DevelopmentProblem awareness vs. problem-solvingClimate change (scientific method limitations)Mental health crisisLoneliness epidemic - HealthyGamerGGFeb 19, 2025
The Neurobiology and Societal Dynamics of Situationships: Why Modern Dating is a 'Prisoner's Dilemma'
RelationshipsSituationshipsFriends with Benefits (FWB)Prisoner's Dilemma (in relationships)Fractured Attention - HealthyGamerGGJan 10, 2025
Overcoming Addiction: The Addict's Brain, Recovery Rules, and Life Transformation
PsychologyAddict's brainDenialDeal-makingPerception of control - HealthyGamerGGNov 14, 2024
Marijuana: Differentiating Neurological Benefits from Psychiatric Harms and Promoting Responsible Use
HealthNeurologic conditionsPsychiatric conditionsMyelin sheathDemyelination - DocSnipesSep 22, 2024
The Interconnected Impacts of Trauma and Addiction on Physical, Interpersonal, Emotional, Cognitive, Environmental, and Spiritual Well-being
PsychologyAddictionTraumaPIECES of life (Physical, Interpersonal, Emotional, Cognitive, Environmental, Spiritual)Fight-or-flight response - DocSnipesJul 31, 2024
Addiction Counselor's Guide to the Neuroscience and Pharmacology of Stimulants
PsychologyNeurotransmittersDopamineNorepinephrine (Noradrenaline)Serotonin (5HT) - DocSnipesJul 6, 2024
Resetting Your Nervous System: Understanding Dopamine, Overstimulation, and a Lifestyle Alternative to Dopamine Fasting
HealthDopamine FastDopamine (Motivation Chemical)Neurochemical HomeostasisTolerance and Withdrawal - HealthyGamerGGJun 18, 2024
The Neuroscience of Enlightenment: Cultivating Permanent Happiness Through Brain Mechanisms
PsychologyMokaLiberationEnlightenmentPermanent happiness - DocSnipesJun 14, 2024
Discover How Dopamine Impacts Serotonin, Hormones, and Happiness: A Holistic View
HealthDopamine (neurotransmitter)Blood-brain barrierMotivation chemicalDopamine receptors (D1, D2, D3) - DocSnipesFeb 15, 2024
Understanding Addiction: Prevalence, Brain Changes, Diagnostic Criteria, and Recovery Challenges
PsychologyAddiction (as a primary, chronic disease)Substance Use Disorder (SUD)IntoxicationWithdrawal - DocSnipesJan 11, 2024
The Neuroscience of Porn Addiction: From Anticipation to Dysregulation and Recovery
NeuroscienceFour Component Theory of ArousalCognitive AppraisalEmotional AppraisalAutonomic/Physical Response - DocSnipesJan 9, 2024
Diagnosing Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder: Understanding Pornography Use, Addiction, and Differential Diagnoses
PsychologyPornography addictionCompulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder (CSBD)ICD-11DSM-5 TR - DrTraceyMarksSep 27, 2023
Boosting ADHD Focus: The Science and Application of White, Pink, and Brown Noise
HealthAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)Neurodevelopmental disorderInattentionHyperactivity - HealthyGamerGGApr 23, 2023
The Real Reason You Never Follow Through (And How to Fix It)
Self-DevelopmentWillpowerDisciplineCuriosity (of the mind)Tolerance (to stimuli) - DrTraceyMarksApr 12, 2023
The ADHD-Sleep Paradox: Understanding Circadian Rhythm Disruption and Effective Sleep Strategies
PsychologyCircadian rhythmSocial jetlagEveningnessDelayed phase sleep problem - HealthyGamerGGSep 22, 2022
Finding Purpose and Peace: Overcoming Burnout by Cultivating Detachment from Mind Fluctuations
Self-DevelopmentHedonismFluctuation cessation (Chitta Vritti Nirodha)Dopamine chasingDetachment (Vairagya) - DrTraceyMarksSep 21, 2022
Benzodiazepines, Dementia Risk, and Reversible Cognitive Impairment: A Deep Dive
HealthBenzodiazepinesGABA receptorsSedativesAnxiolytics 
psychacksAug 30, 2022The Perils of Punishing Honesty: Cultivating Tolerance and Trust in Relationships
PsychologyToleranceHonestyIntegrityConflict avoidance- DocSnipesAug 12, 2022
Understanding Pornography Addiction: Definition, Differentiation, and Self-Assessment
PsychologyPornography addictionRecreational useWithdrawal symptomsDopamine flood - HealthyGamerGGAug 6, 2022
Overcoming Paralysis: Deconstructing Pressure, Blame, and Fixed Mindsets for Sustainable Motivation
Self-DevelopmentNegative motivationConscientiousness (Five Factor Personality)Fixed mindsetGrowth mindset - DocSnipesJun 17, 2022
The Dopamine Fast Alternative: A Lifestyle Approach to Reset Your Nervous System and Rebalance Dopamine
HealthDopamine FastDopamine Fast Alternative (DFA)Dopamine (motivation chemical)Neurotransmitters - DrTraceyMarksFeb 16, 2022
The 5 Needs That Motivate You And How You Get Stuck: Understanding Maslow's Hierarchy
PsychologyMaslow's Hierarchy of NeedsMotivational theoryPhysiological needsSafety needs - DocSnipesJan 19, 2022
Insecure Attachment Linked to Codependency and Addiction: Understanding Roots and Recovery
PsychologyCodependencyInsecure AttachmentSecure AttachmentAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) - DocSnipesJan 12, 2022
Causes of Addiction: A Trauma-Informed Neurochemical Perspective
PsychologyTrauma-informed approachSelf-medicationAlcohol Use Disorder (AUD)Tolerance - DocSnipesJan 11, 2022
The Biopsychosocial Impact of Depression and Strategies for Prevention and Intervention
HealthBiopsychosocial modelHPA axisGlucocorticoid resistanceCognitive distortions - DocSnipesSep 9, 2021
Chemical and Behavioral Addictions: An Overview of Causes, Consequences, and the Path to Recovery (Part 1)
PsychologyBehavioral AddictionsChemical AddictionsDiagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM)American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) - psychacksAug 10, 2021
The Tale of Bluebeard: Emotional Transparency, Boundaries, and Human Complexity in Relationships
PsychologyEmotional transparencyEmotional skeletonsRelationship boundariesHuman complexity - DocSnipesMar 31, 2021
Neurobiological Impact of Stimulants, Depressants, and Hallucinogens
NeuroscienceNeurotransmitter balanceHPA axis activationToleranceWithdrawal syndrome - DocSnipesFeb 27, 2021
6 Signs of Internet Gaming or Gambling Addiction: From Recreational Use to Compulsive Behavior
PsychologyInternet AddictionGaming AddictionGambling AddictionProblematic Internet Use - HealthyGamerGGJan 14, 2021
From Craving Chaos to Chasing the Dragon: Train's Journey Through College Substance Use and Addiction
PsychologySubstance Use DisorderAddictionDenial (in addiction)Chasing the Dragon (addiction metaphor) - DocSnipesApr 11, 2020
The Neurobiology of Addiction: Understanding Tolerance, Withdrawal, and Neurotransmitter Dysregulation
NeuroscienceToleranceWithdrawal symptomsPost-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)Homeostasis - DocSnipesJan 15, 2020
Holistic Strategies for Depression: Addressing Biopsychosocial Factors and Neurotransmitter Balance
PsychologyBiopsychosocial modelHPA axisGlucocorticoid resistanceCognitive distortions - HealthyGamerGGOct 12, 2019
The Psychology of Motivation: Finding Your Dharma to Overcome Burnout and Suffering
PsychologyOutcome orientationAction orientationDharma (duty/responsibility)Tolerance for suffering - DocSnipesJul 4, 2019
The Biopsychosocial Impact of Addiction and Mental Health Disorders on the Individual
HealthNeurotransmitter imbalanceSerotoninGABAGlutamate - HealthyGamerGGJan 25, 2019
How Intelligence Leads to Avoidance and Paralysis in Gamers
PsychologyAvoidance behaviorParalysis (psychological)Smart kid identityEgo preservation - HealthyGamerGGJan 25, 2019
How Gaming Affects Dopamine Reward Circuitry: The Three Phases of Video Game Addiction and Recovery
PsychologyDopamine reward circuitryNucleus accumbensNeurotransmitterPleasure center - DocSnipesDec 20, 2018
9 Signs of Problem Gambling and Gambling Disorder: Co-occurring Issues, Risk Factors, and Treatment Approaches
PsychologyPathological GamblingGambling Disorder (DSM-5)Problem GamblingCo-occurring Disorders - DocSnipesAug 2, 2018
Pharmacology of Addiction: Intoxication, Withdrawal, and Counselor Exam Review
HealthPharmacologyIntoxication symptomsWithdrawal symptomsPost-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) - DocSnipesAug 2, 2018
Revealing the Mind-Body Connection in Mental Health: A Counselor's Guide to Neurotransmitters, Stress, and Cognitive Impact
PsychologyMind-body connectionNeurotransmittersCentral control center (brain)Cognitive triad - DocSnipesFeb 21, 2018
Essential Mnemonics for Diagnosing Substance Use and Mental Health Disorders on the Addiction Counselor Exam
PsychologyDSM-5ICD-10Substance Use Disorder (SUD)Substance Induced Disorder (SID) - DrTraceyMarksJan 31, 2018
The Neurochemical Mechanisms and Practical Implications of Caffeine as a Stimulant
HealthCaffeineAdenosineStimulantEpinephrine (Adrenaline) - DocSnipesNov 4, 2017
The Interplay of Mental Health, Physical Health, and Addiction: Addressing Common Co-Occurring Problems
PsychologyCo-occurring issuesDual diagnosisSubstance use disorderBehavioral addictions - DocSnipesOct 29, 2017
Mastering Differential Diagnosis: Avoiding the Framing Bias in Mental and Physical Health
HealthFraming BiasDifferential DiagnosisBiopsychosocial ModelNeurotransmitter Imbalances - DocSnipesApr 27, 2017
Treating Opiate Addiction: Why Patients Fail and How to Foster Comprehensive Recovery
PsychologyEndogenous opioidsMu receptor (MOR)HPA axis (Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal axis)Dopamine - DocSnipesJan 16, 2017
Opiates: Understanding Endogenous Opioids, Addiction, Overdose Risks, and Treatment Pathways
HealthEndogenous opioidsMu opioid receptorDopamine systemGABA system - DocSnipesMar 7, 2016
Models of Addiction: Moral, Spiritual, Disease, and Genetic Perspectives
PsychologyCo-occurring disordersMoral model of addictionSpiritual model of addictionDisease model of addiction - DocSnipesFeb 4, 2016
Overview of Behavioral Addictions: Defining, Understanding Causes, Progression, and Initial Treatment Strategies
PsychologyBehavioral AddictionsChemical AddictionsAddiction as a Survival MechanismLife on Life's Terms - DocSnipesJun 3, 2014
A Therapist's Guide to Sex and Porn Addiction: Mechanisms, Challenges, and Interventions
PsychologySex addictionDopamine surgePleasure centerCravings - DocSnipesMay 28, 2014
Understanding Sex Addiction: Brain Chemistry, Triggers, and Pathways to Recovery
PsychologySex addictionDopamine surgeCravingsTriggers - DocSnipesNov 21, 2013
Addiction and Co-occurring Disorders: Treatment Overview, Symptoms, and Recovery Challenges
PsychologyAddiction definitionCo-occurring disordersChemical addictionsBehavioral addictions - DocSnipesAug 6, 2012
Addictions: Definitions, Progression, Characteristics, and Recovery Principles
PsychologyAddiction DefinitionSubstance AbuseSubstance DependenceTolerance - hubermanlab
The Comprehensive Impact of Alcohol on Brain, Body, and Behavior
HealthNeurodegenerationNeocortex thinningGray matterWhite matter - psychacks
Don't Try to Change the Weather: The Power of Internalization and Self-Mastery
Self-DevelopmentInternalizationExternalizationSelf-masteryDomain of control
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