Why are addictions so common? A video explains the biological processes associated with addiction and the evolutionary reasons we respond this way. It focuses on the brain and chemical responses. It also explores the links between various addictions.

Concepts

addiction, drug abuse, drug addiction, endorphins, evolution, tolerance, alcohol abuse

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Co-teach with biology and psychology

Classroom Considerations

• Openly discusses sex and drugs
• Verify none of the comments will be in view during your class, as they are full of inappropriate content about drug use and more

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Includes closed captioning in English and Estonian
• Brings up the stigma of discussing or studying various types of addiction

Cons

• None