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Here are some clips from the Huberman Lab discussing dopamine:

  1. Understanding Dopamine

    • Details: Andrew Huberman talks about dopamine as a double-edged blade that influences our willingness to exert effort. He provides actionable information regarding supplementation and dopamine scheduling, underlining the significance of comprehending the dopamine system to use it advantageously.
    • Published: 2021-03-22
    • Start Time: 07:28
    • Episode: How to Increase Motivation & Drive | Huberman Lab Podcast #12
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  2. Dopamine and Substance Use

    • Details: Andrew explains the varied effects of different substances on dopamine release in the brain and how this impacts behavior. He discusses everything from food to drugs like cocaine, noting the dramatic differences in dopamine release these substances can cause.
    • Published: 2023-03-27
    • Start Time: 44:56
    • Episode: Leverage Dopamine to Overcome Procrastination & Optimize Effort | Huberman Lab Podcast
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  3. Video Games & Social Media

    • Details: Andrew describes how fast-paced video games can trigger dopamine release comparable to substances such as nicotine and cocaine. He also touches on the dopamine release through social media, albeit with a taper effect, leading to its addictive nature.
    • Published: 2021-03-22
    • Start Time: 17:37
    • Episode: How to Increase Motivation & Drive | Huberman Lab Podcast #12
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      Understanding Dopamine

      Andrew discusses the double-edged blade of dopamine and how it affects our desire to exert effort. He shares actionable tools related to supplementation and dopamine scheduling, emphasizing the importance of understanding the dopamine system to leverage it to our benefit.

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      How to Increase Motivation & Drive | Huberman Lab Podcast #12
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  4. Mastering Dopamine

    • Details: Andrew discusses the link between dopamine and motivation, explaining how understanding dopamine dynamics can aid in overcoming procrastination and elevating confidence. He also offers practical tools for optimizing health and performance by leveraging dopamine pathways and levels.
    • Published: 2023-03-27
    • Start Time: 00:00
    • Episode: Leverage Dopamine to Overcome Procrastination & Optimize Effort | Huberman Lab Podcast
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  5. ADHD and Creativity

    • Details: The discussion here links ADHD and creativity, noting that individuals with ADHD may have great novel and creative ideas yet face difficulties with convergent thinking. Andrew suggests considering pharmacology, nutrition, and supplementation to enhance convergent thinking and refers to a specific episode on ADHD and focus for additional tools.
    • Published: 2022-12-19
    • Start Time: 01:52:04
    • Episode: The Science of Creativity & How to Enhance Creative Innovation | Huberman Lab Podcast 103
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These clips provide insights into how dopamine influences various aspects of our behavior, motivation, and even creative thinking. If you need more details or want to explore these topics further, you can listen to the full episodes linked in each citation.

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