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		hhmc on Dec 30, 2017 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: WHO to recognize gaming disorder as mental health ... I still remain unconvinced that loneliness is the primary precursor for alcohol, opiates, etc.

H99189 on Dec 30, 2017 [–]

I've heard from (a random Youtube video) that opiates mimic/activate some of the same brain circuits as pleasant socializing.

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