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[majorgamer10]

My roommate and I were watching Dopamine detox videos on YouTube, and it occured to me that since I have taken Dopamine Receptor Blockers as an injection, that the dopamine hits from games don't hit the same. So should I play videogames while medicated this way?

 

[Crayon]

Um.... when you play, do you have fun?

 

[Punished Miku]

I don't know if I'd advise doing anything enjoyable at all. Seek out only the blandest food, the worst TV shows and avoid any forms of achievement or satisfaction.

 

[majorgamer10]

Um.... when you play, do you have fun?

The "fun" is flatlined without the drive from dopamine hits for me. I play more from a familiarity standpoint than as a new experience. Like "I remember this should be exciting" rather than "this is exciting for me".

 

[Kuranghi]

My brain blocks dopamine naturally in phases, during those times I don't feel like getting out of bed, let alone playing games, if it feels good play while it does.

 

[Punished Miku]

The "fun" is flatlined without the drive from dopamine hits for me. I play more from a familiarity standpoint than as a new experience. Like "I remember this should be exciting" rather than "this is exciting for me".

If I genuinely wasn't finding it enjoyable, the only alternative would be to probably just go for intellectual / educational content. Non-fiction books, documentaries, etc. Might as well learn stuff if pure fun is not doing it.

 

[Cert.in.Death]

As a forumite who is wholly unqualified to be providing any kind of medical advice:

Yes

 

[StereoVsn]

If I genuinely wasn't finding it enjoyable, the only alternative would be to probably just go for intellectual / educational content. Non-fiction books, documentaries, etc. Might as well learn stuff if pure fun is not doing it.

I recommend going for Paradox' Grand Strategy titles. That learning wall is a cliff so its very educational!

 

[ZoukGalaxy]

You should ask that to a... doctor ?

 

[Deft Beck]

I don't think anyone here is qualified to answer that question. Just do something else if you're not having fun.

 

[Soodanim]

My roommate and I were watching Dopamine detox videos on YouTube, and it occured to me that since I have taken Dopamine Receptor Blockers as an injection, that the dopamine hits from games don't hit the same. So should I play videogames while medicated this way?

I want to make sure I've got the facts straight:

1. You watched YouTube videos on dopamine detoxes
2. That directly led to you getting anti-dopamine injections
3. Now you're asking NeoGAF whether or not you should play videogames

Thank you in advance. Questions will follow your response.

 

[ZVWQP-9B8TM-VH9CT]

My roommate and I were watching Dopamine detox videos on YouTube, and it occured to me that since I have taken Dopamine Receptor Blockers as an injection, that the dopamine hits from games don't hit the same. So should I play videogames while medicated this way?

what are these blockers? antidepressants?

 

[majorgamer10]

what are these blockers? antidepressants?

Invega

 

[Skifi28]

I'd say take it a step further and ask on reddit.

 

[Švejk]

Although I'm against medications of the sorts, I would suggest doing something involving nature instead.

 

[intbal]

Try a Carolina Reaper enema.
That's sure to liven up your gaming experience, regardless of other medications.

I suppose I have to say this: Do not do what I just recommended. You will die.

 

[NeverYouMind]

Try a Carolina Reaper enema.
That's sure to liven up your gaming experience, regardless of other medications.

I suppose I have to say this: Do not do what I just recommended. You will die.

Really?

I think so Brain, but why would anyone stick a Carolina Reaper in their rear end?

 

[Dutchy]

I'd say take it a step further and ask on reddit.

do you want him dead?

 

[Chuck Berry]

The "fun" is flatlined without the drive from dopamine hits for me. I play more from a familiarity standpoint than as a new experience. Like "I remember this should be exciting" rather than "this is exciting for me".

You should probably change your username.

 

[porkchopexpress]

Invega

Are you schizophrenic?

 

[Skifi28]

do you want him dead?

 

[Dr.Morris79]

You should ask that to a... doctor ?

I prescribe, more games. The more games you play the more you counter the effects of the drug

Trust the Science.

 

[Putonahappyface]

do you want him dead?

I want him to ask on Resetera.

 

[AndrewRyan]

Never heard of Dopamine Receptor Blockers. What was it like and how long/often did you take them? Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist podcaster, talks about how regulating your dopamine levels is the ideal way to live.

 

[Fbh]

I don't know if I'd advise doing anything enjoyable at all. Seek out only the blandest food, the worst TV shows and avoid any forms of achievement or satisfaction.

So Ubisoft games and Disney +

 

[violence]

Play World of Warcraft. I played hours and hours of that game even though I wasn’t having fun.

 

[cash_longfellow]

Maybe something to discuss with your doctor

 

[Humdinger]

Google tells me that Invega is treatment for schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder. If that's why you're taking it, please do not seek or take any advice from anyone on a gaming forum (including me). I can tell you that if Invega does block dopamine receptors (which would make sense), that might have some impact on your experience of gaming. It might have some impact on your experience of everything.

 

[Solidus_T]

You should not be asking the forums/sharing this info here, and instead go to your doctor.

 

[HL3.exe]

My brain blocks dopamine naturally in phases, during those times I don't feel like getting out of bed, let alone playing games, if it feels good play while it does.

ADD, have it as well. It's the worst (but livable).

I sparsely take meds just to maintain dopamine admin, to get shit done. Don't know why you would ever want to block that.

 

[Crayon]

The "fun" is flatlined without the drive from dopamine hits for me. I play more from a familiarity standpoint than as a new experience. Like "I remember this should be exciting" rather than "this is exciting for me".

Hmm. Maybe try something self-improvement style so you at least know you did something good even if you can't feel a rise out of it. Brush up on another language or something like that. Or exercise. You don't necessarily need dopamine to feel good from exercise.

I'm okay with wasting time playing games but if it's a "flat" experience, I don't know if that would be helpful or unhelpful for your condition. There are some things you can do that are always good, though. :>

 

[Crayon]

You should ask that to a... doctor ?

A doctor is just going to tell you to lose weight and give you a pat on the ass.

The more serious the ailment, the more important it is to come to us first.

Just think about it. The doctor is making bank but we're taking care of you for free. I know who I would trust.

Speaking of... Guys I was coughing up a little blood last night. What do you think?

 

[majorgamer10]

Are you schizophrenic?

I tested positve for Celiac's Disease, which causes Schizophrenia.

 

[Kuranghi]

ADD, have it as well. It's the worst (but livable).

I sparsely take meds just to maintain dopamine admin, to get shit done. Don't know why you would ever want to block that.

I suspect yes, I'm going to get a formal diagnosis soon, it's prviate so its like £800 though NHS is trash for this sort of thing apparently, several people told me not to even bother due to terrible experiences and just go private.

It makes me who I am, but also it makes me unable to be on time for anything unless I have a partner keeping me right, but she's gone now sadly.

 

[A.Romero]

You will be inmune to the effects of lootboxes and such but you can still power through... As pushing yourself to play a game you don't really enjoy any more.

 

[JimboJones]

Try a Carolina Reaper enema.
That's sure to liven up your gaming experience, regardless of other medications.

I suppose I have to say this: Do not do what I just recommended. You will die.

 

[Wildebeest]

There are probably worse things you could be doing. A lot of people play games they don't get any enjoyment from. Just look at games like Dota. You can't tell me a single person regularly playing Dota 2 is not voluntarily living a life of misery and would see not feeling anything any more when playing as an improvement.

 

[Phase]

Easiest ignore in my four years here.

 

[Trilobit]

My roommate and I were watching Dopamine detox videos on YouTube, and it occured to me that since I have taken Dopamine Receptor Blockers as an injection, that the dopamine hits from games don't hit the same. So should I play videogames while medicated this way?

I'm not sure what these dopamine detox videos are, but just by guessing I'd think they are about trying to get one's dopamine levels more balanced. For example if you have done a lot of drugs then you might for some time crave big amounts of dopamine to feel anything at all.

If you are taking Invega for bipolar or hypomanic episodes then it's better to talk with your doctor about the treatment. For example if your goal is to calm down brain activity.

But I don't really see how normal video games can be detrimental, unless they are competetive war games that spike your adrenaline levels. But like other posters have written you should talk to your doctor about your concerns, especially if schizophrenia or bipolar disorder is involved.

 

[SHA]

My roommate and I were watching Dopamine detox videos on YouTube, and it occured to me that since I have taken Dopamine Receptor Blockers as an injection, that the dopamine hits from games don't hit the same. So should I play videogames while medicated this way?

You need to exercise on regular basis, workout or in house, don't bother about other activities.

 

[HL3.exe]

I suspect yes, I'm going to get a formal diagnosis soon, it's prviate so its like £800 though NHS is trash for this sort of thing apparently, several people told me not to even bother due to terrible experiences and just go private.

It makes me who I am, but also it makes me unable to be on time for anything unless I have a partner keeping me right, but she's gone now sadly.

Sucks to hear. Guess i'm lucky to live in a country were pretty much all if that is taken care of, including med expenses. I can definitely relate with the timing thing, it's a hassle and never stops being one. It maybe ironic that I have a managing position in the work that I do, but at home I constantly lose all my stuff when I'm off meds, hehe.

Eventhough it sucks, I would suggest continuing pursuing solutions, from cognitive therapy to perhaps medical. At least try some routes as it has the chance to drastically improve your life and outcome.

 

[Morrie’s wig shop]

Get of the meds and change your diet

 

[SirTerry-T]

I think you'll be fine OP, as far as I'm aware with my, admittedly, very limited knowledge on the intricacies of such medication and any ”will it/won't it" reactions, there have been no recorded cases of people's heads falling off or their genitals exploding while playing video games with this medication in their system.

 

[StueyDuck]

Unless you are sick and a medical professional tells you to do so... you shouldn't really do anything that creates change in your body.

That's essentially what my oncologist has always told me. Introducing anything new has the potential to cause bigger problems down the road.

So yeah... talk to a medical professional first, not a forum

 

[Mahavastu]

I tested positive for Celiac's Disease, which causes Schizophrenia.

Celiac's Disease can be healed by eating a Ketogenic or even Carnivore diet. So if it is your only / main problem, maybe it is better to change what you eat (especially nothing with grains) instead of taking pills with a lot of unwanted side effects.

 

[Northeastmonk]

What about fighting hard bosses? Do you get up, tear your shirt off and twist it around like a helicopter after they’re defeated?

Easy wins could also be causing an issue. I noticed this with Monopoly Go. It was just one button over and over again with meters and awards popping up. Senseless winning, no real challenge.

 

[FunkMiller]

I find the best place to ask for advice about medical injections is always GAF.

Tomorrow I'm going in to the doctor to ask his advice about which is the best ending to Baldur's Gate 3.

 

[Edgelord79]

In my medical opinion, I don’t know. You should seek a professional medical opinion.

 

[LordOfChaos]

I tested positve for Celiac's Disease, which causes Schizophrenia.

Just to be clear though, do you have schizophrenia? It says Celiac's comes with a 3x higher risk for it, but it's still a low risk all in all

A doctor put you on the Invega right? Ask them?

 

[mdkirby]

Erm, if your medically prescribed them, then I’d suggest asking your doctor, who is presumably much better qualified than a games forum …tho I’m sure there’s a handful of medical doctors loitering here