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The Psychology of Motivation: How Dopamine Drives Us

Dopamine is a fundamental neurochemical that drives human motivation by acting as a catalyst within the brain’s reward system. It reinforces behaviors linked to pleasurable outcomes, enhancing the emotional response during goal achievement. This release not only strengthens neural circuits but also influences both intrinsic and extrinsic motivators, thereby impacting engagement in tasks. By setting …

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