Addiction and Loneliness
Young individuals often find themselves caught in a cycle of compulsive behavior driven by loneliness and the need for constant stimulation. As they transition their social lives to video games and social media, they experience a dopamine overshoot that leads to feelings of despair and desperation. The pressure to keep up with peers exacerbates this issue, creating a feedback loop of anxiety and compulsive consumption.In this clip
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