Making and Breaking Habits
Repeated use of substances “teaches” the brain to crave them. While substance use disorders are an extreme example because they significantly impact dopamine levels—which are responsible for reward and motivation—any habit has roots in the brain. The amount of time it takes to build or alter a habit varies based on the habit, the person […]
Breaking Unhealthy Pandemic Habits
Now that we’ve been in a pandemic for about a year and a half, some of the habits we’ve picked up may be more ingrained. For instance, my screen time has gone up by a lot in that time, as I started using it to turn off my brain when things got overwhelming. It’s okay […]