Our brain is wired to respond to pleasure, drugs and addictive behaviors activate the reward center in the brain. This flood of dopamine, a neuro-chemical that produces feelings of pleasure, reinforces the brain’s desire to seek out the drug or addictive activity repeatedly. Over time, this can lead to changes in brain function, making it increasingly difficult to resist the urge to use.
In addition to dopamine, they also affect other brain neurotransmitters like serotonin and norepinephrine. These alterations in brain chemistry can lead to a range of symptoms, including mood swings, anxiety, and depression, all of which can contribute to addictive behaviors.
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