Published Sep 12, 2022

Dr. David Anderson: The Biology of Aggression, Mating, & Arousal | Huberman Lab Podcast #89

Dr. David Anderson delves into the complex biology of emotions, aggression, and mating behaviors, revealing the roles of hormones, neural circuits, and specific neurons. This episode uncovers how tachykinins influence behavior under social isolation, offering insights into potential treatments for stress-induced conditions.

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Dr. David Anderson: The Biology of Aggression, Mating, & Arousal | Huberman Lab Podcast #89

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Temperature and Behavior

Neuronal Dynamics of Mating

Tachykinins and Aggression

Pain and Fear Mechanisms

Understanding Emotional States

Fetishes and Neural Circuitry

Aggression Insights

Aggression and Arousal

Sleep and Electrolytes

Mounting Behavior Insights

Neural Circuitry Insights

Drug Trials and Isolation

Emotion and the Vagus Nerve

Arousal and Valence

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Emotional States

Biology of Aggression

Mating Behaviors

Social Isolation Effects

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Dr. David Anderson: The Biology of Aggression, Mating, & Arousal | Huberman Lab Podcast #89

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Emotional StatesDr. David Anderson examines the biology of emotions and states, arguing that states provide a more comprehensive framework for understanding behavior. He discusses the persistence and intensity of emotional states and their implications for human actions.

Emotional States

Biology of AggressionDavid Anderson explores the intricate roles of hormones and neural circuits in aggression. He reveals surprising insights into how testosterone, estrogen, and specific brain regions contribute to aggressive behaviors.

Biology of Aggression

Mating Behaviors

Social Isolation EffectsThe discussion shifts to the role of tachykinins in modulating aggression and anxiety, particularly under social isolation. David Anderson highlights the potential of these neuropeptides in developing treatments for stress-induced behaviors.

Social Isolation Effects

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