Dr. Nan Wise is the author of Why Good Sex Matters: Understanding the Neuroscience of Pleasure for a Smarter, Happier, and More Purpose-Filled Life.Why does pleasure matter so much for mental health, relationships, and even longevity? On this episode of the goodsugar Podcast, Ralph Sutton and Marcus Antebi sit down with psychotherapist, certified sex therapist, and neuroscience researcher Dr. Nan Wise to unpack the science behind sex, dopamine, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and emotional connection.Dr. Nan explains why “sex addiction” is not an official diagnosis, how compulsive behaviors develop, and why pleasure is essential for a healthy brain and nervous system. The conversation dives deep into dopamine, social media addiction, trauma responses, emotional regulation, intimacy, parenting, anxiety, relationships, and the neuroscience of human behavior.📍Follow Dr. Nan Wise:Instagram: @AskDrNanWebsite: AskDrNan.com🎧 Subscribe for more conversations on mental health, wellness, relationships, psychology, neuroscience, culture, and human behavior.TEXT us your questions at 718-306-3906!The goodsugar store is the epitome of cool, nestled at 3rd avenue + 69th street! 🛍️Explore our trendsetting merchandise and catch those good vibes at https://www.ilovegoodsugar.com/.Follow the trendsetting hosts on social media:📸 Marcus Antebi: / marcusantebi📸 Ralph Sutton: / iamralphsuttonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.