Dopamine Detox

A dopamine detox, also known as a dopamine fast or digital detox, is a practice aimed at reducing the overstimulation of the brain’s reward system, particularly the release of dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and motivation. The concept of dopamine detox, which was created by California psychiatrist Cameron Sepah, gained popularity through online discussions and self-help videos, but its mechanism is largely misunderstood by the public.