The Drug To Master Reality

Kurzgesagt breaks down how amphetamines hijack your brain by flooding it with dopamine and norepinephrine to deliver that coveted superhuman focus and boundless energy. You’ll learn what happens in the brain and body the moment you dose up—why you feel invincible for a few hours, and how your heart and nervous system pay the price.

But it’s not all wins: the video also exposes the hidden toll of repeated use—tolerance builds fast, addiction risks skyrocket, and your cardiovascular system and brain chemistry can suffer long-term damage. It’s a deep dive into the double-edged sword of these powerful stimulants.

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