Science

Why We’re Addicted to Screens

Our screens keep us endlessly hooked, blurring the line between connection and craving. Ever wonder why we can’t stop scrolling, or why each notification feels like a tiny thrill? It’s not just habit—it’s science, and our phones know exactly how to keep us coming back.

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The thinker

Anna Lembke

Addiction psychiatrist, dopamine researcher

Anna Lembke is a psychiatrist, professor, and Chief of the Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic at Stanford University. Known for her research on dopamine's role in addiction, she authored Dopamine Nation, where she explores why humans seek dopamine hits and how to find a healthy balance.

Based on Huberman Lab Podcast: Anna Lembke on Understanding & Treating Addiction, summarised and reframed by Insights.

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