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Dopamine excess
With a dopamine excess, symptoms arise that often resemble the symptoms reported with long-term cocaine use. ADHD and dopamine are also related.
Anorexia, other eating disorders, and hyperactivity can be a consequence of excessively high dopamine levels. However, we would like to emphasize that high dopamine levels cause fewer problems if they are more balanced with other neurotransmitters, particularly serotonin. Excess dopamine has been linked to menstrual disorders, delayed puberty, infertility, and reduced immunity.
According to the 'British Journal of Nursing', elevated dopamine in the limbic system is linked to schizophrenia, paranoia, and withdrawal from social situations. Drugs such as amphetamines and cocaine cause a buildup of dopamine, which leads to drug-induced psychosis or schizophrenia.
High concentrations of dopamine in the brain are found in patients with ADHD and Parkinson's patients. These individuals with elevated dopamine levels in the brain were more likely to act impulsively with a need for immediate gratification and addictions.
We would like to add to this story that an elevated dopamine level causes far fewer to no problems if dopamine can be better converted into noradrenaline and adrenaline (see the image below). This restores the balance between serotonin, dopamine, and noradrenaline better, allowing you to live in contentment.
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Posted : 1 April 2019 10:27