7. Missed Connections

24 February 2026


14 minutes


Lucy's discovered a connection between her betting problem and her medication. But her psychological health group says they don't know what she's discussing.


Freddie's reached snapping point. And, one day, he notices his daddy's medication leaflet on the kitchen table, sparking a full-blown crisis.


It's been understood for more than 2 decades that drugs impacting dopamine levels in the brain have prospective negative effects consisting of impulse control conditions like hypersexuality, or compulsive shopping or gaming.


Warnings have been contributed to client details leaflets - however numerous of individuals who have actually contacted BBC Noel Titheradge about their experiences say the threats weren't made clear.


Why weren't they alerted about the prospective negative effects of these medications before it was too late?