Thomas Wilkinson of NeuroNova: The Dopamine Trap No One Warned You About | DSH #1808

In this raw, honest conversation, we sit down with Thomas Wilkinson from NeuroNova to unpack the hidden dangers of benzodiazepines, Adderall, and dopamine-depleting addiction cycles—and explore a radically different approach to mental health. After personal experiences with Xanax withdrawal, seizures, and years of anxiety, the conversation shifts to a non-invasive technology originally developed to help people recover from addiction without replacing one dependency with another. Thomas explains how a specific spinal vibration frequency discovered through neuroscience research showed dramatic results in human trials, including major reductions in anxiety, improved sleep, and support during opiate withdrawal—all without drugs. The discussion expands into dopamine addiction, social media overstimulation, sleep deprivation, and why so many people feel trapped in a constant state of anxiety. This episode isn’t hype—it’s a deep look at what happens when you address the nervous system directly instead of masking symptoms. What You’ll Learn 👇 🧠 Why benzodiazepines like Xanax can make anxiety worse long-term 💊 How traditional addiction treatments often create new dependencies 📉 What dopamine depletion really does to focus, sleep, and mental clarity 🪑 How a non-invasive chair was developed as an alternative to methadone 😴 Why deep sleep is critical for anxiety, addiction recovery, and brain health 📱 How technology and social media are fueling a dopamine addiction crisis 🔁 What “resetting” the nervous system actually means in practice Chapters 0:00 – Life on Xanax & the cost of “rescue meds” 0:38 – Why NeuroNova was created 1:21 – Addiction recovery & dopamine collapse 2:55 – The 80 Hz discovery that changed everything 3:30 – Human trials: anxiety, withdrawals, real results 4:45 – Personal recovery from benzos without drugs 7:50 – Anxiety, ADHD, and over-medicated kids 10:27 – Dopamine addiction, sleep, and mental health reset 14:02 – Technology, phones, and why anxiety keeps rising 16:45 – Using dopamine to rebuild habits and stability 🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT 👉 Interested in being a guest? Apply here: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application 💼 SPONSORS Quantum Upgrade: http://quantumupgrade.io/ Code: DSH 🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEAN Use code “Sean” at checkout for a discount! 📩 Business Inquiries & Sponsorships sean@digitalsocialhour.com 👤 GUEST Thomas J Wilkinson: https://www.instagram.com/thomasjwilkinson/ https://monovo.care/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 📸 Follow the Host Sean Kelly on Instagram: @seanmikekelly ⚠️ DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team. The host and producers are not responsible for statements, claims, or opinions shared by guests during the show. This content is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research and consult qualified professionals when appropriate. While we aim to share accurate and reliable information, no guarantees are made regarding completeness or accuracy. 🔥 Stay tuned for more conversations with creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world. Keywords dopamine addiction, xanax withdrawal, benzo withdrawal, anxiety recovery, addiction recovery, mental health technology, dopamine deficit, anxiety treatment, sleep optimization, nervous system regulation, adderall alternatives, non invasive mental health, dopamine reset, anxiety and sleep, addiction science, neuroscience therapy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.