Tag: reward deficiency syndrome
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Reward Deficiency Syndrome
Understanding the genetic source of RDS can help us find ways to manage it, and have compassion for the people who experience it. Reward Deficiency Syndrome (RDS) is a term used to describe a theoretical concept in which individuals possess genetic variations that make them more susceptible to addictive behaviors and seeking out rewards. One…
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How I Gained Weight, How I Lost it, and How I Keep It Off.
My unwanted weight gain started with two conditions, one genetic, and the other environmental. Condition Number One: Dopamine Resistance. I was born with a mutation of the A1 allele of the D2 dopamine receptor. This mutation can be found in hunter gatherer populations, and in the descendants of groups of people who experienced severe prolonged…
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How To Feel Good Again
Good Food and Training Can Help You Enjoy The Simple Things Once More. When I was a little girl, I rarely wanted to stop playing in order to eat. I would rather play outside in the sandbox or on the swings. On rainy days I didn’t want to leave my dolls or drawing in order…