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Dopamine D2 Receptor Downregulation Marks the Difference Between Drug Addiction and Compulsive Behaviors (Dopamine 5)
Compulsive behaviors like sex, exercise or gambling do not downregulate dopamine D2 receptors or produce changes in the brain similar to addictive drugs.
Hermes Solenzol
Nov 30, 202514 min read
Dopamine D2 Receptor Downregulation Is the Hallmark of Addiction (Dopamine 4)
Dopamine D1 receptors mediate desire. The D2 receptors mediate self-control. Addictive drugs downregulate the D2 receptors, inducing the craving and impulsivity of addiction.
Hermes Solenzol
Nov 14, 202511 min read
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