Lionel dissects the dark reality of addiction, questioning whether it is merely weak willpower or a matter of brain chemistry, dopamine, and firing neurotransmitters. Hear raw personal accounts on the addiction some believe is the "worst"—gambling—where the thrill of the chase and the sensory overload of the casino environment, complete with flashing lights and loud sounds, trigger pure classical conditioning. Plus, the conversation tackles the high risks associated with prescribed opioids (like Oxycontin or "hillbilly heroin") and the influence of social environments and friends on entering the "dance" of addiction.
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