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The Role of Dopamine, Serotonin and Norepinephrine in Time Perception
34:51 - 46:08 (11:16)
Our perception of time is affected by the release of dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine, leading us to overestimate time when more dopamine is released. The serotonergic second half of the day may be more beneficial for creative tasks, while the earlier part of the day may be better for tackling difficult problems.
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Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that causes us to overestimate the amount of time that has passed.
34:51 - 37:35 (02:43)
Summary
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that causes us to overestimate the amount of time that has passed. This is shown through experiments with drugs that increase dopamine levels in both animals and humans.
ChapterThe Role of Dopamine, Serotonin and Norepinephrine in Time Perception
EpisodeTime Perception & Entrainment by Dopamine, Serotonin & Hormones
PodcastHuberman Lab
Our perception of time differs throughout the day due to changes in the levels of dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin in our brains and bodies.
37:35 - 40:24 (02:49)
Summary
Our perception of time differs throughout the day due to changes in the levels of dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin in our brains and bodies. Evidence suggests that people tend to overestimate time in the early part of the day because dopamine and norepinephrine are more present than serotonin.
ChapterThe Role of Dopamine, Serotonin and Norepinephrine in Time Perception
EpisodeTime Perception & Entrainment by Dopamine, Serotonin & Hormones
PodcastHuberman Lab
According to neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman, tackling hard tasks involving precision such as math, auditions and physical activities in the morning may help get them done easier due to the influence of norepinephrine and dopamine on time perception.
40:24 - 46:08 (05:43)
Summary
According to neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman, tackling hard tasks involving precision such as math, auditions and physical activities in the morning may help get them done easier due to the influence of norepinephrine and dopamine on time perception. Conversely, more creative work should be done in the later half of the day, thanks to its serotonergic effects.