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Anna Lembke

About

Anna Lembke is a psychiatrist, author, and leading expert in addiction medicine, widely recognized for her work exploring the neuroscience of dopamine, compulsive behavior, and substance use disorders. As Chief of Addiction Medicine at Stanford University, she has spent decades studying the psychological, neurological, and societal forces driving addiction in modern life. Lembke is the author of the bestselling book Dopamine Nation, which examines how constant access to pleasure and stimulation affects mental health and offers practical strategies for restoring balance in an age of overindulgence. Known for combining clinical expertise with compelling storytelling and accessible explanations of complex science, she has become a prominent voice in conversations surrounding addiction, mental health, technology, and wellness.

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