As a matter of fact YES some medications raise DOPAMINE, and this is the
"GOTTA HAVE IT" chemical in our brain, I was just reading a book "The
Craving Brain : A bold new approach to breaking free from *drug addiction
*overeating *alcoholism *gambling
by Ronald A. Ruden, M.D., Ph.D.,
Where do the roots of addictive behavior lie -- in our genes or in our
environment, in our chemistry or in our character? In the Craving Brain, Dr.
Ronald Ruden asserts that the roots of addiction most definitely do not lie
in our character. Rather, they lie in a complex chain reaction that
originates in an ancient survival mechanism in the brain. When this system
is inappropriately activated, it drives the body to crave, sometimes with
addictive behavior as the end result. In clear, straightforward language,
Dr. Ruden outlines his remarkable successful treatment program which he
believes can cure this problem.
The Craving Brain offers crucial insights into the world of addiction. This
revolutionary book will bring hope to millions of people who suffer from a
wide range of addictions, from gambling and alcohol to drugs and food.
Post by berryI know that some anti-depressants can make certain people go
manic.........and possibly gambling all out of reason which would be
their manic choice. Meaning
of course, that they are manic depressive (bipolar). Not just
depressed.
Anyone ever hear of this happening to someone on anti-depressants?
Thanks.