Intolerance As Treatment, Revulsion As Resolve
Probably around 8% of the global population, around 560 million humans, are allergic to or intolerant of alcohol, making this “one of the most common hereditary disorders in the world.”
Anorexia, Gambling, and the Anticipation Wrinkle
We need dopamine to inform us that we have received something we wanted, and maybe even something that we never knew we wanted.
More Anticipation Wrinkle
Apparently, dopamine is not only the reward, but the incentive that goads an individual to pursue that reward.
Balance Is Key
Potential miracle is that GLP-1 drugs ease withdrawal symptoms. Even setting aside the illegal addictive substances and considering only nicotine and alcohol, it would seem like a golden opportunity.
The Anticipation Wrinkle
Today, dopamine seems to be universally regarded as “the reward.” But the dopamine/eating link is also a two-way street.
A Pathway Out of Addiction?
Could a wearable ultrasound device be a pathway out of addiction, or even a way to prevent it?