Constant new information and rewards change how the brain feels pleasure. The brain expects quick rewards. When these rewards stop, the brain can feel bored or empty.
By Pawan Nayar · from the LLOS AI Learning record
Constant new information and rewards change how the brain feels pleasure.
The brain expects quick rewards. When these rewards stop, the brain can feel bored or empty.
The brain gets used to many quick rewards. These rewards come from social media, games, or new messages. The brain releases dopamine, which makes a person feel good. When the quick rewards stop, the brain does not release as much dopamine. This change can make a person feel bored or numb. The brain is not broken. It is just used to constant excitement.
A student spends many hours playing a video game. The game gives constant small rewards and new challenges. After the student stops playing, the student tries to read a book. The student finds it hard to focus and feels bored. The brain misses the quick rewards from the game.
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Constant new information and rewards change how the brain feels pleasure. The brain expects quick rewards. When these rewards stop, the brain can feel bored or empty.