These experiments were conceived mostly around the goal of trying to learn and authenticate the notion that dopamine was largely associated with physical movement. This theory was well accepted at the time after it was discovered that Parkinsonism a group of neurological disorders that give those inflicted, symptoms ranging from tremors to slow movement and stiffness was thought to be caused by a deficiency of dopamine in the human brain.
Schultz and his colleagues placed pieces of apple behind a screen and immediately saw a major dopamine response when the rat bit into the food. Whether dopamine produces a pleasurable sensation is unclear, says Schultz. But this has not dented its reputation as the miracle restorer of happiness. I can see why the public has become interested. The release of this pleasure-inducing chemical is certainly not considered a recent discovery.
The best and most direct example of this in my opinion is the association between dopamine and video games, and specifically the addictive nature of them. The addictive element of video games has long been believed to be associated with dopamine release. Many case studies have been released over the years that tied video game addiction to, essentially, an addiction of dopamine release. In fact, many psychologists and intellectuals alike have now begun to classify video game addiction as a mental disorder.
Again, we find ourselves treading the waters of the blanket diagnosis. This can be a dangerous line to walk when we are creating dialogue around both the beneficial and toxic elements of modern social media. Especially when in a lot of ways, we are still in the infancy in the grand scheme of gaining a true sense and perspective of both the long term and short term effects that social media use has on the human psychology. Which is not to say that we have no data or basis to form these hypothesis either.
The dialogue and studies noted above prove just the opposite. If you are that user's friend, you can observe all of these events as they unfold. Some may find the unprecedented access that Facebook allows into people's private lives addictive. Jason Artman has been a technical writer since entering the field in while attending Michigan State University. Artman has published numerous articles for various websites, covering a diverse array of computer-related topics including hardware, software, games and gadgets.
By Jason Artman. Persistent Games Facebook has persistent games that continue to evolve and change even when you are logged out. New Content Your Facebook account receives a constant trickle of new content from friends, such as status updates, pictures, game updates and relationship changes. Small Time Investment No single activity on Facebook requires a lengthy time investment; you can check your wall for updates, read and reply to messages, upload pictures and see your friends' new photos in a matter of minutes.
Social Validation Some people may use Facebook as a way to achieve social validation if they are dissatisfied with the quality of their real-life social interactions. Access to Personal Lives Many people feel comfortable writing intimate details about their private lives online when they would never do so in person. Identifying patterns can show you how Facebook interferes with daily activities. Start with a day offline, then try a week. The first few days might feel difficult, but as time passes, you may find it easier to stay off Facebook.
The time away can help you reconnect with loved ones and spend time on other activities. To stick with your break, try taking the app off your phone and logging out in your browsers to make it harder to access.
If deactivating your account feels a bit too drastic, focus on slowly reducing your use. You may find it more helpful to slowly cut back on Facebook use instead of deleting your account right away. Aim to decrease use with fewer logins or less time spent online each week, gradually reducing the time you spend on the site each week.
You might also choose to limit the number of posts you make each week or day, depending on your current use. If you use Facebook to improve your mood, you might not notice right away that using Facebook actually makes you feel worse. Try jotting down your mood or emotional state both before and after using Facebook.
Pay attention to specific feelings like envy, depression, or loneliness. Everyone on Facebook looks so happy. If you find it difficult to stay off Facebook, try occupying your time with new hobbies or activities.
An increasing number of mental health professionals are focusing on helping people reduce their use. Facebook makes it much easier to stay in touch with friends and loved ones. But it can also have a downside, especially if you use it to cope with unwanted emotions. Crystal Raypole has previously worked as a writer and editor for GoodTherapy. Her fields of interest include Asian languages and literature, Japanese translation, cooking, natural sciences, sex positivity, and mental health.
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