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How Isolation Fuels Opioid Addiction

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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Overview

Explore the intriguing connection between Tourette syndrome, heroin addiction, and social media obsession in this thought-provoking TED Talk. Delve into neuroscientist Rachel Wurzman's groundbreaking research on the brain's striatum and its role in the opioid crisis. Discover how social isolation contributes to relapse and overdose rates, and learn about the potential of meaningful human connection as a powerful tool for recovery. Gain valuable insights that could reshape our understanding of addiction and pave the way for more effective treatment approaches.

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How isolation fuels opioid addiction | Rachel Wurzman


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