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Understanding Serotonin and Brain Circuits for Improved Focus
1:39:23 - 1:50:17 (10:54)
This podcast discusses the association between serotonin and states of well-being and comfort, as well as the use of prescription drugs to increase serotonin levels, which may result in certain side effects. It also explores how behavioral practices like narrowing the visual aperture can improve focus by increasing acetylcholine transmission in specific neural circuits.
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This episode explores the relationship between serotonin and cognitive function, including prescription drug treatments for depression that involve increasing levels of serotonin, side effects of such treatments, and behavioral practices to improve focus and cognition.
1:39:23 - 1:48:03 (08:40)
Summary
This episode explores the relationship between serotonin and cognitive function, including prescription drug treatments for depression that involve increasing levels of serotonin, side effects of such treatments, and behavioral practices to improve focus and cognition.
ChapterUnderstanding Serotonin and Brain Circuits for Improved Focus
EpisodeOptimize & Control Your Brain Chemistry to Improve Health & Performance
PodcastHuberman Lab
Receiving gratitude has the most potent effects on increasing serotonin, while observing others giving and receiving gratitude is powerful for evoking serotonin in the observer.
1:48:03 - 1:50:17 (02:14)
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Receiving gratitude has the most potent effects on increasing serotonin, while observing others giving and receiving gratitude is powerful for evoking serotonin in the observer. Petting a dog can also evoke serotonin, leading to feelings of wellbeing.