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The Role of Hormones in Romantic Relationships
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2:18:59 - 2:28:04 (09:04)

The levels of hormones like dopamine and prolactin can affect the excitement and attachment in a relationship. Blood tests to know hormone levels in different age groups can be useful to understand the impact on the relationship.

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It is highly recommended to have blood tests for checking hormone levels and other metabolic markers to understand the overall health status of an individual at various stages of their life.
2:18:59 - 2:20:32 (01:32)
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Health
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It is highly recommended to have blood tests for checking hormone levels and other metabolic markers to understand the overall health status of an individual at various stages of their life.

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The Role of Hormones in Romantic Relationships
Episode
Dr. Kyle Gillett: How to Optimize Your Hormones for Health & Vitality
Podcast
Huberman Lab
This podcast explains how the involvement of hormones and neurotransmitter systems such as dopamine and prolactin can affect the dynamics of romantic relationships, particularly in long-distance relationships where time apart can lead to spikes in dopamine and excitement upon reunion.
2:20:32 - 2:25:59 (05:26)
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Neuroscience
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This podcast explains how the involvement of hormones and neurotransmitter systems such as dopamine and prolactin can affect the dynamics of romantic relationships, particularly in long-distance relationships where time apart can lead to spikes in dopamine and excitement upon reunion.

Chapter
The Role of Hormones in Romantic Relationships
Episode
Dr. Kyle Gillett: How to Optimize Your Hormones for Health & Vitality
Podcast
Huberman Lab
Prolactin is a hormone involved in laying down body fat, preparing for sleepless nights, and suppressing sexual activity near childbirth, which may lead to the "dad bod" phenomenon.
2:25:59 - 2:28:04 (02:05)
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Parenting
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Prolactin is a hormone involved in laying down body fat, preparing for sleepless nights, and suppressing sexual activity near childbirth, which may lead to the "dad bod" phenomenon. It also plays a role in the brooding phase of parenting and increases in both men and women when expecting a child.

Chapter
The Role of Hormones in Romantic Relationships
Episode
Dr. Kyle Gillett: How to Optimize Your Hormones for Health & Vitality
Podcast
Huberman Lab