oxytocin
96 episodes mention this concept
DrTraceyMarksApr 1, 2026The Neurological Mechanics of Trust, Betrayal, and Repair
PsychologyPrediction system (brain)Running probability estimatePrefrontal cortexBasal ganglia
HealthyGamerGGMar 22, 2026The Biological Roots of Male Isolation and Gendered Compliment Dynamics
PsychologyLoneliness epidemicOxytocinEstrogenTestosterone
ChrisWillxMar 19, 2026Uncomfortable Truths of Human Nature: Empathy, Pathologization, and the Age of Slop
PsychologyOxytocin ParadoxSelective EmpathyIn-group LoyaltyZero-sum Empathy
DrTraceyMarksMar 4, 2026The Full Chemistry Stack of Brain Bonding: Beyond Oxytocin and the 5 Signs of a Reliable Connection
PsychologyOxytocinVasopressinEndogenous OpioidsDopamine
barryseconomicsMar 1, 2026Overcoming Systemic Paralysis: The Neuroscience of Action, Community, and Social Change
PsychologyLearned HelplessnessDefault PassivityDorsal Rafe NucleusPrefrontal Cortex
DrTraceyMarksFeb 4, 2026Why Gratitude is Actually an Attention Tool: Rewiring Your Brain to Notice and Retain Love
PsychologyAttentional trainingBrain tagging systemReinforcement loopDopamine release
DocSnipesJan 26, 2026Oxytocin's Dual Role: Tend and Defend in Immune Function, Pain, Metabolism, and Social Safety
HealthOxytocin (tend and defend hormone)Stress physiologyRelational threatContext-dependent effects
DocSnipesDec 23, 2025The Five Intimacy Types: Deepening Connection and Strengthening Relationships Through Boundaries
RelationshipsIntimacyBoundariesErikson's Stages of Psychosocial DevelopmentTrust in others
DrTraceyMarksDec 10, 2025How Your Brain Sabotages Presence and Four Steps to Restore Genuine Connection
PsychologyPresenceDefault Mode Network (DMN)Prefrontal CortexMirror Neuron System
DocSnipesNov 28, 2025The Surprising Connection Between Hearing Loss and Cognitive Function: Impacts and Interventions
HealthHearing lossCognitive functionCognitive loadInsulin resistance
hubermanlabNov 20, 2025The Science of Social Bonding: Neurobiology, Attachment, and Practical Tools for Deeper Relationships
RelationshipsSocial homeostasisDorsal raphe nucleus (DRN)Dopamine neurons (in DRN)Oxytocin
DrTraceyMarksNov 19, 2025Your Brain On Holiday Loneliness: Understanding the Biological Signal and a 7-Step Fix
PsychologyExpectation versus reality gapSocial pain networkAnterior cingulate cortexComparison bias
DrTraceyMarksNov 12, 2025The Dopamine Trap: Why Unpredictable Relationships Feel Compelling and Healthy Love Feels Boring
RelationshipsDopamine mechanismAnticipation and motivationReward seekingUnpredictability
DocSnipesNov 10, 2025Turn Down Stress, Turn On Healing: Epigenetic Solutions for Inflammation and Gene Transformation
HealthStress responseInflammationEpigenetic changesDNA expression
DrTraceyMarksNov 5, 2025Attachment Styles Explained: The Neuroscience of Why You Choose Your Partners and How to Rewire Your Brain for Secure Love
RelationshipsAttachment stylesSecure attachmentAnxious attachmentAvoidant attachment
DocSnipesOct 29, 2025Helping Clients Reset Their Nervous System & Age Gracefully: Addressing Age-Related Sympathetic Dominance and Inflammation
HealthSympathetic dominanceParasympathetic nervous systemAutonomic nervous systemChronic stress
DrTraceyMarksSep 10, 2025What Loneliness Really Does to Your Brain: Understanding its Neurological Impact and Rewiring for Connection
NeuroscienceNeuroceptionLoneliness loopAnterior cingulate cortexRight ventromedial prefrontal cortex
DocSnipesSep 10, 2025Parenting Infants for Secure Attachment: Foundations of Trust, Cognition, and Emotional Well-being (0-2 Years)
PsychologyChild development 101Infancy stage (0-2 years)Maslow's hierarchy of needsErikson's theory of trust vs. mistrust
DrTraceyMarksAug 27, 2025The Neuroscience of Social Connection and Resilience: Protecting Your Energy Around People
PsychologySocial engagement networkPrefrontal cortexAmygdalaAnterior cingulate cortex
DrTraceyMarksAug 6, 2025Silence Your Inner Critic: How to Activate Your Brain's 'Inner Coach' for Resilience and Growth
PsychologyInner CriticInner CoachSelf-talkSelf-sabotage
DocSnipesJun 17, 2025Environmental Strategies to Thrive with Chronic Illness and Addiction
HealthChronic illnessAddictionSystemic inflammationStress response
DocSnipesApr 2, 2025The Physical Toll of Caregiving: Understanding and Mitigating Burnout
HealthCaregiver burnoutSympathetic nervous system activityCircadian rhythm disruptionStress hormones (cortisol, adrenaline)
DocSnipesMar 30, 2025Oxytocin: Your Survival Hormone – Fighting Stress and Pain Through Connection and Safety
HealthOxytocin (survival hormone)Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)Sympathetic Nervous SystemParasympathetic Nervous System
DrTraceyMarksMar 26, 2025How Compassion Changes Your Brain: The Power of Loving-Kindness Meditation
PsychologyCompassionSelf-compassionLoving-Kindness Meditation (LKM)Empathy
DocSnipesJan 9, 202510 Tools to Understand and Address Agitation, Delirium, and Sundowning in Older Adults
HealthCognitive impairmentAgitationDeliriumSundowning
DocSnipesJan 3, 2025The Multifaceted Impact of Relationships on Mental Health and Well-being
RelationshipsStress regulationHypervigilanceSleep qualityInflammation
DocSnipesDec 27, 2024The Science of Happiness: Actionable Strategies for Daily Joy and Serenity
Self-DevelopmentRich and meaningful lifeVision boardMindful savoringHeiness (commitment, control, challenge)
DocSnipesDec 26, 2024Evidence-Based Intervention Strategies for Alzheimer's and Dementias
HealthEvidence-based intervention strategiesScope of practice (mental health clinicians)Cognitive declineTalk therapy (limitations)
HealthyGamerGGNov 22, 2024The Neurobiology of Pornography Addiction: A Roadmap to Quitting
PsychologyPornography addictionNeurobiology of addictionThalamic inputSensory input
DocSnipesNov 21, 2024Caregiver ALERT! Reduce STRESS and BURNOUT Now!
HealthActivities of Daily Living (ADLs)Family caregiverHired caregiverCaregiving frequency, intensity, duration
DocSnipesNov 16, 2024Essential Trauma-Informed Skills for Counseling Older Adults: Exploring the Trauma of Aging and Loss
PsychologyTrauma of AgingPrimary LossSecondary LossAnticipatory Anxiety
DocSnipesNov 7, 2024Aging and Mental Health: Understanding the Impact of Physical Changes
HealthHuman Growth Hormone (HGH) reductionEstrogen reductionTestosterone reductionNeuroprotection loss
HealthyGamerGGOct 27, 2024A Guide To Being Alone & Happy: Fulfilling Core Needs Without Social Connection
Self-DevelopmentLoneliness epidemicThird spacesDefault playbook (life)Sense of identity
HealthyGamerGGOct 5, 2024Understanding and Counteracting Indirect Female Aggression and Bullying
PsychologyIndirect aggressionPlausible deniabilityGray zone (of aggression)Communication-based attacks
DocSnipesSep 22, 2024The Interconnected Impacts of Trauma and Addiction on Physical, Interpersonal, Emotional, Cognitive, Environmental, and Spiritual Well-being
PsychologyAddictionTraumaPIECES of life (Physical, Interpersonal, Emotional, Cognitive, Environmental, Spiritual)Fight-or-flight response
HealthyGamerGGSep 12, 2024Social Media's 'Brain Rot': How Artificial Stimulation Damages Motivation, Relationships, and Health
HealthDopamine circuitryNucleus accumbensEvolutionary psychologyCalories vs. nutrition analogy
HealthyGamerGGJul 7, 2024Is Empathy Your Most Underrated Superpower? Cultivating Compassion for Personal Well-being and Success
PsychologyEmpathyCompassionSelfishnessNarcissistic Personality Inventory (NPI)
DocSnipesMay 6, 2024Supporting Functional Individuals with Psychotic Symptoms: Causes, Triggers, and Practical Strategies
PsychologyPsychotic symptomsDifferential diagnosisProdromal symptomsPositive symptoms
DocSnipesApr 16, 2024Preventing Relapse: A Multi-Dimensional Approach to Addiction, Anxiety, and Depression
PsychologyRelapseVulnerabilitiesTriggersMulti-dimensional relapse
hubermanlabApr 1, 2024Understanding Therapeutic Peptides: Uses, Risks, and Sourcing for Tissue Repair, Metabolism, Longevity, and Vitality
HealthPeptidesGLP-1 analogues/agonistsInsulinOxytocin
HealthyGamerGGNov 16, 2023Cultivating Happiness Through Thought Control: The Power of Cognitive Reframing and Subvocalization
Self-DevelopmentHappiness researchCognitive reframingEmotion-focused copingThought loops
DocSnipesNov 1, 2023Nurturing Secure Attachment Across the Lifespan: The CARES Approach and Age-Appropriate Strategies
PsychologySecure attachmentCARES approachConsistency (caregiving)Attention (caregiving)
HealthyGamerGGSep 7, 2023How the Identity of Being Smart Leads to Loneliness and Stunted Emotional Development
PsychologyOne-dimensional identityEffortless successNarrowing of possibilitiesSocial isolation
hubermanlabAug 30, 2023The Science and Nuance of Nature's Benefits: Sunlight, Grounding, and the Gestalt of Outdoor Exposure
ScienceCircadian rhythmNegative ionizationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Scientific method
DocSnipesAug 10, 2023The Hidden Reason People Fake Identities: Fear as the Root of Inauthenticity in Relationships
RelationshipsFear of non-conformityRejection sensitivityInauthenticityMasking true selves
psychacksJul 24, 2023Why Marriage Kills Sex: Cultivating Uncertainty and Novelty in Long-Term Relationships
RelationshipsEmotional bondingOxytocinUncertainty principle (in relationships)Insecurity (as a motivator)
HealthyGamerGGApr 20, 2023The Loneliness Epidemic, Touch Starvation, and Societal Disconnection
RelationshipsTouch starvationLoneliness epidemicOxytocinSomatosensory cortex
HealthyGamerGGFeb 2, 2023The Psychological Devastation of Deepfakes, Revenge Porn, and Parasocial Relationships
PsychologyNon-consensual pornography (NCP)Revenge pornDeepfakesParasocial relationships
DocSnipesJan 11, 2023The Brain, Vagus Nerve, HP Axes, and Neurotransmitters: An Integrated Mind-Body Connection Training
HealthMind-body connectionHP axes (HPA, HPT, HPG)Vagus nerveGut microbiome
DocSnipesJan 6, 2023The Endocannabinoid System: Functions, Interactions, and Implications for Physical and Mental Health
HealthEndocannabinoid System (ECS)Neuromodulatory systemSynaptic plasticityEndocannabinoid tone
hubermanlabDec 14, 2022The Brain-Body Contract: Navigating Stress, Optimizing Physiology, and Enhancing Well-being Through Science-Based Tools
HealthMindset (stress perception)Autonomic nervous system (alertness/calm)Sleep-wake cycleCatharsis (stress release)
DocSnipesAug 16, 2022Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder: A Trauma-Informed Perspective on Symptoms and Recovery
PsychologyBorderline Personality Disorder (BPD)Personality DisordersTrauma-informed perspectiveInflexible pervasive behaviors
DocSnipesAug 12, 2022Understanding Pornography Addiction: Definition, Differentiation, and Self-Assessment
PsychologyPornography addictionRecreational useWithdrawal symptomsDopamine flood
HealthyGamerGGAug 9, 2022The Paradox of Attractiveness: Navigating Loneliness and Identity in a Judgmental World
PsychologyParadox of attractivenessFemale lonelinessSocial anxietyTrauma and abuse
DocSnipesAug 3, 2022Rewiring the Traumatized Brain: A Holistic Approach to Healing PTSD Effects
PsychologyHPA axis dysregulationExcitotoxic shrinking of hippocampusDefault Mode Network (DMN)Amygdala-DMN strengthening
DrTraceyMarksJul 20, 2022Emotional Support Animals, Service Animals, and Therapy Animals: Distinctions, Regulations, and Mental Health Benefits
PsychologyEmotional Support Animal (ESA)Psychiatric Service AnimalTherapy AnimalAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
DocSnipesJun 13, 2022The Science of Happiness Masterclass: A Holistic Approach to Mind-Body Well-being
Self-DevelopmentVagus nerveAnti-inflammatory dietCircadian rhythmsNeurotransmitters
DocSnipesJun 6, 2022Understanding the Causes of Feeling Invisible: Psychological and Relational Dynamics
PsychologyFeeling InvisibleEmotional InvisibilityEmotional UnavailabilityNarcissistic Traits
DocSnipesMay 27, 2022Coping with Pet Loss: Understanding Grief, Human-Animal Bonds, and Healing Strategies
PsychologyHuman-animal bondUnconditional positive regardOxytocin releaseDopamine release
DocSnipesMay 23, 2022What are Attachment Styles: Secure and Insecure Attachment
PsychologyAttachment stylesSecure attachmentInsecure attachmentAnxious preoccupied attachment
DocSnipesMay 16, 2022Breaking the Cycle: Parenting with Anxiety, PTSD, or BPD and Fostering Secure Attachment
PsychologyAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)Emotional DysregulationSecure AttachmentAnxious Attachment
DocSnipesApr 21, 2022Mastering Distress Tolerance: Skills for Navigating Life's Inevitable Discomfort
Self-DevelopmentDistress ToleranceWise MindVagus NerveFight-or-Flight Response
DocSnipesJan 8, 2022Nurturing Secure Attachment Across the Lifespan: The CARES Approach
PsychologySecure attachmentAttachment theoryCARES approach (Consistency, Attention, Responsiveness, Empathy/Validation, Solutions)Emotional regulation
hubermanlabDec 20, 2021The Science of Social Bonding: Neural Circuits, Neurochemicals, and Practical Tools for Healthy Relationships
ScienceSocial bondingNeurobiology of social bondsNeurochemicalsHormones
DocSnipesOct 6, 2021Building an Emotional Safety Plan: 5 Essential Tools for Distress Tolerance
PsychologyDistress ToleranceSafety PlanFight-or-Flight ResponseHPA Axis
DrTraceyMarksSep 29, 2021The Truth Behind Emetophobia: Understanding and Overcoming the Fear of Vomiting
PsychologyEmetophobiaSpecific PhobiasAnxiety DisorderPanic Attacks
DocSnipesSep 15, 2021My 12 Rules for Life: A Holistic Guide to Self-Improvement, Relationships, and Well-being
Self-DevelopmentAssertive CommunicationSelf-ValidationEmotional AwarenessWin-Win Cooperation
DocSnipesAug 11, 2021Healing After a Breakup: Processing Grief, Guilt, Anxiety, and Depression
RelationshipsPrimary griefSecondary lossesGuilt (anger at self)Self-reference/identity loss
DocSnipesJun 12, 2021Differentiating Neurocognitive Disorders from Mood Disorders and Modifiable Risk Factors for Dementia Prevention
HealthNeurocognitive disordersDementiaTransient Ischemic Attacks (TIAs)Vascular dementia
HealthyGamerGGJun 8, 2021Psychiatrist Debunks Dopamine Fasting: Understanding Dopamine's True Role in Motivation and Reward
PsychologyDopamine detoxNeurotransmitterDopamineParkinson's disease
DocSnipesMar 16, 2021Oxytocin's Dual Nature: Impact on Mental Health, Mood, Cognition, and Behavior
PsychologyOxytocinVasopressinContext-dependent effectsIntranasal oxytocin
DocSnipesFeb 4, 2021Cognitive Symptoms of Depression: Understanding Thinking, Memory, and Coping Strategies
HealthCognitive Symptoms of DepressionNeurotransmitter ImbalanceDopamineNorepinephrine
DocSnipesFeb 2, 2021HALT Relapse Prevention: A Biopsychosocial Approach to Managing Hunger, Anger, Loneliness, and Tiredness
PsychologyHALT acronymBiopsychosocial approachRelapse preventionHPA axis
DocSnipesJan 16, 2021Serenity, Gratitude, and Contentment: A Quickstart Guide to Happier, Healthier Living
Self-DevelopmentHPA axis downregulationPsychological flexibilityOxidative stress reductionAdenosine clearance
DocSnipesDec 22, 2020Optimizing Sleep for Mental Health and Overall Well-being
HealthHPA axis dysregulationNeurotransmitter imbalanceSleep cycles (Deep sleep, REM sleep)Free radicals
DocSnipesDec 10, 2020Cortisol's Multifaceted Impact on Health, Mood, and HPA Axis Regulation
HealthCortisolHPA axisCircadian rhythmsInflammation
DocSnipesDec 9, 2020Adrenaline: Functions, Imbalances, and Integrative Behavioral Health Interventions
HealthAdrenaline (Epinephrine)Norepinephrine (Noradrenaline)DopamineTyrosine
HealthyGamerGGNov 19, 2020Navigating Complex Attraction, Relationship Anxiety, and Identity Shame
PsychologySelf-understandingEffective communicationEmotional intimacyPhysical attraction
DrTraceyMarksJun 3, 2020Oxytocin's Role in Improving Empathy in Borderline Personality Disorder
PsychologyBorderline Personality Disorder (BPD)OxytocinEmpathyCognitive Empathy
DocSnipesMar 6, 2020Understanding Trauma and Physical Symptoms After Betrayal or Infidelity in a Relationship
PsychologyEmotional assaultThreat response systemHPA axis activationCortisol
DocSnipesDec 20, 2019Attachment Theory and Adult Relationships: Reducing Abandonment Fears in Counseling
RelationshipsAttachment TheoryPrimary Attachment FigureAttachment BehaviorsEmotional Regulation
HealthyGamerGGNov 27, 2019The Science of Friendship: Building Real-Life Connections After Moving and Overcoming Digital Isolation
RelationshipsFriendship mechanicsUnplanned interactionCommon causeSocial sonar
DocSnipesMar 21, 2019The Complex Impact of Problematic Pornography Use on Relationships, Intimacy, and Individual Well-being
RelationshipsProblematic pornography usageClinical significance of porn useObjectificationNeurotransmitter dysregulation
DocSnipesOct 26, 2018Developing Healthy Support Networks Through Self-Awareness and Interpersonal Effectiveness
Self-Developmentinterpersonal effectivenessself-esteemself-respectself-compassion
DocSnipesFeb 2, 2018Revealing 21 Simple Habits for Health and Happiness: Practical Tools for Daily Well-being
Self-DevelopmentMindfulness reflectionEnvisioning the dayHealthy breakfastPhysical activity
DocSnipesMay 19, 2017Understanding and Managing Triggers and Cravings in Mental Health and Addiction Recovery
PsychologyTrigger (physical stimulus)Trigger (cognitive stimulus)Cognitive distortionsDopamine
DocSnipesMar 8, 2017The Physiological Interplay of Hormones and Neurotransmitters in Addiction and Mental Health
HealthSerotoninGABA (Gamma-aminobutyric acid)GlutamateDopamine
DocSnipesDec 15, 2016Unveiling Infant Development Myths: Foundations of Trust, Attachment, and Schema Formation
PsychologyInfant stage (0-2 years)SchemasDevelopmental crisesMaslow's Hierarchy of Needs
DocSnipesDec 4, 2016Love Me, Don't Leave Me: Addressing Fears of Abandonment through Schema and Attachment Theory
PsychologyFear of abandonmentSchemas (core beliefs)Dichotomous thinking (all-or-nothing)Anxiety
DocSnipesDec 4, 2016The Psychology of Emotional Eating: Understanding Triggers, Rewards, and Pathways to Peace with Food
PsychologyEmotional eatingMindfulness in eatingSelf-soothingReward system (serotonin, dopamine, endorphins)
DocSnipesNov 7, 2016Emotional Eating: Understanding Triggers, Functions, and Practical Strategies for Making Peace with Food
HealthEmotional EatingEating DisordersRestrictive DietsDopamine Release
DocSnipesOct 6, 2016Understanding and Applying Compassion Focused Therapy: Overcoming Shame and Self-Criticism
PsychologyCompassion Focused Therapy (CFT)Self-compassionCompassionate Mind Training (CMT)Threat protection system
DrTraceyMarksAug 4, 2010The Profound Impact of a Mother's Voice on Child Stress and Bonding
PsychologyParental influenceEmotional regulationStress responseCortisol levels
psychacksHow to Improve Male Motivation by Sublimating Sexual Drive and Ceasing Masturbation
Self-DevelopmentSexual drive (men)Sexual impulse (women)ProlactinOxytocin
hubermanlabThe Neurobiology and Psychology of Desire, Love, and Attachment: From Childhood Styles to Adult Relationships
RelationshipsDesireLoveAttachmentAttachment styles
hubermanlabThe Neuroscience and Developmental Psychology of Emotions, Attachment, and Social Bonds
RelationshipsEmotional perception (subjectivity)InteroceptionExteroceptionAutonomic arousal
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