The brain chemicals behind your mood, sleep, and body functions Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD, FAAN Ever wonder what's going on in your brain when a certain mood strikes? You can thank ...

Scientists have found the first compelling evidence that cognitive training can boost levels of a brain chemical that ...

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More Americans than ever are turning to spiritual, meditative and religious retreats as a way to reset their daily life and enhance wellbeing. Now, researchers at The Marcus Institute of Integrative ...

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After serotonin does its job in the brain, nerve cells ... ups the amount of the neurotransmitter dopamine, which supports sexual desire and response. If you’re already on an antidepressant causing ...

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