Dopamine, Aggression, and Addiction: What’s the Connection? Have you ever wondered why some people seem more aggressive than others? Or why addiction can make people more impulsive and short-tempered? The answer often lies in a brain chemical called dopamine. Dopamine is best known as the “feel-good” neurotransmitter—it plays a huge role in motivation, pleasure, … Read more
How Your Humming Voice Can Silence the Noise Have you ever been in a noisy café, struggling to focus on your work or conversation? Or perhaps in an open-plan office where the constant hum of chatter and ringing phones made concentration nearly impossible. In such moments, a simple tool lies right within you: humming. This … Read more
Unravelling the PTSD and Cortisol Connection: Understanding Trauma, Mental Resilience, and the Path to Healing In the intricate tapestry of human physiology, cortisol plays a pivotal role as the body’s primary stress hormone. While cortisol is essential for survival, its excessive release can have profound consequences on mental health and resilience. Recent research, including a groundbreaking … Read more
Unravelling the Mystery and Navigating Environmental Factors In the busy metropolis of the human brain, a neurotransmitter named glutamate reigns supreme. This universal molecule, often called the brain’s fuel, plays a pivotal role in learning, memory, and, most notably, our emotional well-being. However, when glutamate levels go awry, it can lead to a cascade of … Read more
Oxytocin: The Kindness Hormone and Its Role in Stress Reduction Did you know that FEELINGS of kindness trigger the release of Oxytocin and can reduce stress levels? In the context of human emotions and social bonding, oxytocin has emerged as a fundamental player, often referred to as the “kindness hormone” due to its profound influence … Read more
