Understanding & Treating Addiction | Dr. Anna Lembke
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Lembke illustrates her balance metaphor with wanting another video after she stops watching. Continuing may relieve a comedown rather than deliver fresh pleasure. She also describes wide variation in how long recovery can take.
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When I watch YouTube videos of "American Idol," it tips to the side of pleasure.their balance is still tipped to the side of pain