Social Interaction and the 'Bliss Molecule'

Social Interaction and the 'Bliss Molecule'

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Interactive Video

Science, Social Studies, Health Sciences, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video explores why social interaction is rewarding, highlighting the role of oxytocin and anandamide in promoting social behavior. It explains how these compounds affect the brain, making social interactions feel good. The video also discusses a study on sugar consumption, revealing that sugar is harmful not just due to calories but because of its metabolic effects, leading to health improvements when sugar is reduced.

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3 mins • 1 pt

In what ways does social contact influence the production of anandamide?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What implications do the findings about oxytocin and anandamide have for treating social anxiety?

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