Dopamine detox is about acting on the desire to change and break the compulsive pattern.  

Importance of dopamine   

Dopamine plays a crucial role in many essential body functions, including movement, memory and pleasurable reward and motivation.   

Dopamine detox becomes necessary when the addiction turns serious about controlling the health complications of unhealthy practices.     

Effects of excess dopamine   

Natural dopamine levels are healthy and can provide safe mental functioning, but too much dopamine can negatively impact the body.  

Behaviours of excess dopamine  

1. Emotional eating  2. Excessive internet usage and gaming  3. Gambling and shopping 4. Addiction to certain behaviour 

Benefits of reducing dopamine   

1. Reduce cravings and relapse risk.  2. Alleviate the symptoms of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.  3. Help to improve mood and reduce stress. 4. Improve memory and cognitive function in older adults.