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Feb 22, 2016

Facebook Impacts Brain Similar To Cocaine, Gambling

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I knew it! Now, we have proof; FB is addicting like cocaine.


Facebook impacts the brain in a similar way to cocaine, gambling and other substance and compulsive addictions, says a new study.

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Facebook stimulates parts of brain in ways similar to cocaine

Cocaine, gambling, trading can involve incredible highs – and lows. The quest for the rush of excitement, the feeling of invincible confidence and shear ecstasy can turn from an occasional habit to a daily need, as appears to be the case with “the social network.”

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