Why Love and Cocain hijack your brain

A comprehensive analysis of the phenomenon of addiction, examining both substance-related dependencies and behavioral addictions such as exercise, relationship, or internet addiction.

At the center is the definition of addiction as a loss of control, where a strong craving continues despite negative consequences.

The texts explain how addiction develops through the interaction of biological processes in the brain’s reward system, psychological mechanisms of emotion regulation, and social influences.

It is particularly emphasized that addiction often serves as an attempt to cope with inner pain or to maximize neural reward responses driven by dopamine.

Finally, the material addresses the gradual transition from habit to addiction, as well as the differing susceptibility of individuals based on their genetics or personality.