Speaker Series: The Dopamine Brain with Anastasia Hronis

Have you ever felt like you're lacking control over certain habits?

Are you curious about the neuroscience behind addictive behaviours?

What if you could understand how the brain works, and use that knowledge to regain control over your habits and lead a more fulfilling life?

The Dopamine Brain offers a clear and practical way to help people find balance and harmony in their lives. The book is divided into three parts that weaves in the latest research in neuroscience and psychology, case studies and reflective questions.

EVENT STRUCTURE

There will be a formal author talk, followed by 10mins of audience Q&A and 10mins for book purchase and signing.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

DR ANASTASIA HRONIS is a clinical psychologist, working across both clinical practice and academia in Sydney. She is also the founder of the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Her main area of research is also in addictions, with a specific focus on gambling. Dr Anastasia has wide range of experience working in both the public and private sectors, presenting at various national and international conferences, and has publishing research in top rated journals. She lectures and researches at the University of Technology Sydney and has published in a number of prestigious academic journals. She has also presented on her research at national and international conferences, including the World Congress of Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies in Berlin and the International Conference on Child and Adolescent Psychopathology in London.

ABOUT THE VENUE:

MARRICKVILLE PAVILION AND LIBRARY is accessible by lift from both the street and ground levels. The venue is accessible for people using wheelchairs and other mobility aids. There is a hearing loop available.

If you have any access or support requirements in order to participate fully, please let us know when you book via the order form to ensure that we can arrange any reasonable adjustments.

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