Dorsal Raphe Nucleus
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A brainstem region where Kay Tye's lab discovered 'loneliness neurons' that, when stimulated, animals avoid, yet paradoxically lead to pro-social behavior.
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Videos Mentioning Dorsal Raphe Nucleus
Science of Social Bonding in Family, Friendship & Romantic Love
Andrew Huberman
A small collection of neurons in the midbrain containing dopamine neurons responsible for mediating social homeostasis and driving social seeking behavior.
The Biology of Social Interactions & Emotions | Dr. Kay Tye
Andrew Huberman
A brainstem region where Kay Tye's lab discovered 'loneliness neurons' that, when stimulated, animals avoid, yet paradoxically lead to pro-social behavior.