Dopamine and Anticipation
Anticipation triggers dopamine release, enhancing the pleasure of future rewards, like ice cream or amusement parks. However, if expectations are unmet, dopamine levels can plummet, leading to disappointment. This dynamic plays a crucial role in learning and habit formation, as dopamine influences our focus and energy levels.In this clip
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The Science of Making & Breaking Habits | Huberman Lab Podcast #53
Related Questions
If the dopamine release linked to anticipation helps to heighten the pleasure experienced once the reward is achieved, does the anticipation not only make us act but also heighten the reward? Is it the same heightened reward when we are not anticipating?
Is dopamine released from the expectation of a reward?