How Fame Affects the Brain | Heather Berlin
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How Fame Affects the Brain | Heather Berlin

2025-12-11

Fame can hijack the brain like a drug—activating the same reward circuits that fuel a relentless chase for dopamine highs. Neuroscientist Heather Berlin reveals the antidote—and why even social media fame can trigger this cycle.

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