A group of brain chemicals that play a role in promoting happiness have earned the nickname the “happy hormones”, but there’s much more to them than that! Let’s dive into their diverse biological functions.
Your brain’s behavioral blueprint: The chemicals behind how we eat, sleep, feel, and socialize
What do worms, mice, and leafcutter ants have in common? They're helping scientists uncover the power of neuropeptides — chemical messengers in the brain that shape behavior and may hold the key to future drug discovery.
Your brain on a bender
Oxytocin, the “love hormone”, may help to reduce excessive drinking
A Calming Presence
How do social interactions help us through stress?
The One and Only
So you think you have found your soulmate? Can science explain why someone might feel that way?