Episode

415. The psychology of dopamine

Podcast: The Psychology of your 20s
Published: May 9, 2026
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Most people would know the term: dopamine. It's the world's most famous neurotransmitter, known for it's role in happiness and pleasure. What if I told you, most of us have it all wrong. In today's episode we break down the secret history and psychology of dopamine, including:  The controversy around it's discovery How it became known as the 'pleasure' hormone Why that's actually not true It's true role in movement, motivation and memory  Myth-busting dopamine detoxes plus so much more Happy listening!  Watch on Netflix: HERE Follow Jemma on Instagram: @ jemmasbeg Follow the podcast on Instagram: @ thatpsychologypodcast Subscribe on Substack: @ thepsychologyofyour20s For business: [email protected]   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.