About this episode

The episode explores how alcohol affects dopamine and the brain's reward system, challenging the belief that one's brain chemistry is broken.

Have you ever caught yourself thinking… “Maybe my brain chemistry is just messed up.” You’re not alone. Many women who struggle with alcohol believe their brain is broken. But what if that’s not true? What if the real story is that alcohol has been quietly hijacking your brain’s reward system all along? In this episode of Sober & Lit, Ruby and Susan take a deep dive into dopamine, the brain chemical responsible for learning, motivation, pleasure, and feeling good. ✅ Why does alcohol c...

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Hosts: Susan Larkin, Ruby Williams

Topics covered

• dopamine
• alcohol
• brain chemistry
• reward system
• mental health

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