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
Social Bonding: Child-Parent, Romantic, Friendship, Breakups
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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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