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Why do we 'want' things?
Neuroscientists explain that the brain chemical dopamine drives our 'wanting' for something. This feeling of anticipation and desire can actually be more pleasurable than the satisfaction of owning the item itself. These new 'dopamine sites' are designed to specifically tap into this powerful human drive.
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