Short videos (Reels/Shorts) exploit dopamine loops, kill focus and satisfaction. India’s youth face ADHD risks, addiction, and productivity loss. Fight back with screen limits, mindful viewing, and ...

Although dopaminergic neurons make up only 1% of the brain, their influence on our lives is immense and dopamine is one of the most-studied substances. All of these effects depend on the puzzle-like ...

Imagine a world where your brain works against your wallet — welcome to Gen Z’s dopamine debt, a phenomenon where the brain’s ...

Maybe you’d like to spend time on hobbies or hang out with friends, but nothing feels as exciting and engaging as it used to ...

By shutting down a hyperactive enzyme, scientists got damaged brain cells to regrow their lost “antennae” and restart ...

“Dopamine anchoring is the idea of pairing a nonpreferred task with something you enjoy, hopefully making the boring or ...

The results of experiments in mice models were "astounding," said biochemist Suzanne Pfeffer of Stanford University.

The tactic is based around the psychological principle of the mental anchoring effect, which is when you build a mental habit ...

Dopamine, a small molecule derived from the amino acid tyrosine, plays a significant role in regulating multiple essential brain functions, including movement, mood and motivation as well as ...

“We think of dopamine as a learning molecule that is important for normal behavior in everyday life,” Lopez said. “So, cutting it out completely can do more harm than good … ...