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In an era of unlimited access to multimedia content, the phenomenon known as "binge-watching," or marathon viewing of TV series and movies, is becoming increasingly common. As emphasized by Danesh A. Alam, a psychiatrist from Northwestern Medicine, prolonged exposure to continuous dopamine stimulation can lead to lasting changes in the nervous system. Excessive engagement in such activities can result in addiction, comparable to that induced by psychoactive substances, thereby deepening both mental and emotional problems.