Science of Social Bonding in Family, Friendship & Romantic Love
from Huberman Lab
by Scicomm Media
Published: Mon Dec 20 2021
Show Notes
This episode I discuss the science of social bonding- the process by which we form attachments. I explain the neural and hormonal basis for "social homeostasis" (our drive for a given amount of socializing) which reveals why we get lonely, why we seek out connection with others and how power dynamics (hierarchies) shape those connections. I also discuss the neurochemical basis of introversion and extroversion, of trust and how shared experiences that promote similar physiological states in two or more individuals, leads to more rapid bonding. I also discuss how food and oxytocin play key roles in social bonding. This episode covers quality peer-reviewed science and practical tools for anyone seeking to find, build or end relationships.
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Timestamps
(00:00:00)Social Bonding: Child-Parent, Romantic, Friendship, Breakups
()Sponsors: AG1, LMNT
()Social Bonding as a Biological Process
()Social Isolation
()Social Homeostasis & Neural Circuits for Social Drive
()Brain Areas & (Neuro)Chemistry of Social Drive
()What is Social Homeostasis & Dopamine
()When We Lack Social Interactions: Short- Versus Long-Term
()Introverts & Extroverts
()“Good” Versus “Bad” Social Interactions & Hierarchies
()Loneliness & Dorsal Raphe Nucleus & Social Hunger
()Tools
()Socializing & Food Appetite: Crossover Craving
()Falling in Love
()Tools for Social Bonds: Merging Physiologies; Story
()Childhood Attachment Patterns in Adulthood
()Attachment Styles: Autonomic Versus Intellectual Attachment
()Emotional Empathy & Cognitive Empathy, Arguing
()Allan N. Schore & “Right Brain Psychotherapy”
()Oxytocin & Trust, In Males Versus Females, Hormonal Glue
()Repairing Broken Bonds to Self & Others
()Social (Media) Butterflies: Biological Basis
()Key Points for Bonding & Understanding Social Bonds
()Breaking Up
()Synthesis
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Title Card Photo Credit: Mike Blabac