Meet the brain molecule of the moment: 4-(2-Aminoethyl)benzene-1,2-diol. You have been its beneficiary from birth. Lately, you might have seen it splashed across the headlines under its common name.

Dopamine is the brain's motivational spark, driving us to chase what feels good, say scrolling another reel on social media, and steer clear of what doesn't, like touching a hot stove. But scientists ...

A new study published in Brain Sciences provides evidence that dopamine promotes movement by directly altering the excitability of key neurons in the brain’s motor circuitry. The research identifies a ...

Ms. Szalavitz is a contributing Opinion writer who covers addiction and public policy. In August 2021, while promoting her new book “Dopamine Nation,” the Stanford psychiatrist Anna Lembke discussed ...

Detoxes are a staple of modern-day wellness culture. Want a healthier gut? Detox your diet. Less anxiety? Do a digital detox. Now, though, another type of detox involving a common hormone, dopamine, ...

Computer models provide new insight into how the neurotransmitter dopamine controls learning and decision-making processes. A recent study provides new insight into the relationship between the ...

Tj Power is the lead neuroscientist at the DOSE Lab and cofounder of Neurify, a trailblazing organization in the mental health sector. He is also a renowned international speaker, having captivated ...

Worried about slipping into the winter blues? A "dopamine menu" could help. Popularized on social media, a dopamine menu is a list of positive activities that people can do to feel better during a ...