What Happens in the Brain During Addiction

Dr. Anna Lembke is a psychiatrist and professor at Stanford University School of Medicine who specializes in addiction medicine and the neurobiology of substance use disorders. She's spent her career studying how drugs and behaviors affect the brain's reward system, making her one of the leading voices in understanding modern addiction. Joe brought her on to explore the science behind why our brains become addicted, covering everything from dopamine dysfunction to behavioral dependencies in today's society. Her research and clinical experience give her unique insights into both the psychology and biology of addiction, making her an essential guest for anyone trying to understand this widespread health crisis.