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Ep. 10: Love and Addiction: This is Your Brain on Sex
Ep. 10: Love and Addiction: This is Your Brain on Sex
Ep. 10: Love and Addiction: This is Your Brain on Sex
Wednesday 1st January 2014
Host Jon Cohan, Kayt Sukel, and Gail Marsh discuss the brain's chemistry of love and addiction on Right Turn Radio.
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Get the buttons here!The Science of Love and Addiction: Insights from Right Turn Radio
It's not just difficult people doing bad things right. Why does one become addicted and the other doesn't?
What happens when love and addiction collide in the brain? In this engaging episode of Right Turn Radio, host Jon Cohan sits down with science writer Kayt Sukel and sex therapist Gail Marsh to explore this very question. They dive into the roles of dopamine, oxytocin, and vasopressin, the chemicals that play a huge part in our feelings of love and addiction.
Kayt and Gail share how our past and present behaviors shape our sexual experiences and relationships, especially when addiction is in the mix. They also discuss the idea of being 'wired for variety' when it comes to sexuality, making for a thought-provoking conversation. Whether you're curious about the science behind love or looking for insights into addiction's impact on relationships, this episode promises to deliver. Tune in for a fascinating discussion that sheds light on these complex and interconnected topics.