The term “dopamine detox” is not a standardized medical protocol, but the underlying strategy—reducing constant stimulation—aligns with research on attention control and behavioral addiction. Common short-term benefits include less compulsive phone checking, improved sleep hygiene, longer focus blocks, and increased tolerance for boredom. However, it is not a miracle cure and should not be marketed as a standalone solution for depression, anxiety, or ADHD. The best outcomes happen when you treat it as a reset and then build durable systems: notification control, screen limits, consistent exercise, and stable sleep routines. In other words, its effectiveness depends largely on the behavioral structure you maintain afterward.