Loneliness Rewires Your Brain: The Neuroscience of Social Connection
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Resources & Recommendations
Books
- "Why Brains Need Friends: The Neuroscience of Social Connection" by Ben Rein - This book explores the neuroscience behind social connection and loneliness, offering insights into how our brains are wired for social interaction.
People Mentioned
- Ben Rein (Neuroscientist, Chief Science Officer of the Mind Science Foundation, Clinical Assistant Professor at SUNY Buffalo, Adjunct Lecturer at Stanford University) - Guest expert on loneliness and the neuroscience of social connection.
- Michael Collins (Apollo 11 astronaut) - Mentioned as an example of someone who experienced extreme isolation.
Organizations & Institutions
- Mind Science Foundation - Affiliation of Ben Rein.
- SUNY Buffalo - Ben Rein's academic affiliation.
- Stanford University - Ben Rein's academic affiliation.
Websites & Online Resources
- Rosetta Stone (rosettastone.com/startalk) - Language learning program mentioned for its bite-sized lessons.
- Progressive (progressive.com) - Auto insurance provider.
- SaveonZepbound.com - Website for savings options related to Zepbound.
- Alienware (alienware.com/deals) - Gaming hardware company with a sale event.
- Quince (quince.com/startalk) - Online retailer for clothing and home goods.
- Zepbound (1-800-545-5979) - Prescription medication for weight loss.
- Starbucks - Mentioned for its holiday drinks.
- Shopify (shopify.com/startalk) - E-commerce platform for businesses.
- Toyota (toyota.com/bz) - Automotive company promoting its all-electric bZ model.
- McDonald's - Mentioned for its new buffalo ranch sauce.
Other Resources
- MDMA (3,4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine) - Drug discussed for its prosocial and empathy-enhancing effects.
- Acetaminophen - Medication discussed for its potential to reduce empathy and social pain.
- Alcohol - Discussed for its effects on social anxiety and inhibition.
- SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) - Class of drugs that increase serotonin signaling.
- Dogs - Mentioned as therapeutic pets that can increase oxytocin release.
- The Big Five Personality Test - A framework for personality traits, including extroversion.