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Brain chemicals impact our emotions and behaviors from "summary" of Habits of a Happy Brain by Loretta Graziano Breuning
Our emotions and behaviors are influenced by brain chemicals that evolved to promote survival in mammals. These brain chemicals are designed to reward behaviors that promote survival, such as finding food, seeking shelter, and reproducing. When we engage in behaviors that trigger the release of these chemicals, we feel good, and our brains learn to repeat those behaviors. Dopamine is a brain chemical that motivates us to seek rewards. When we anticipate a reward, dopamine is released, making us feel good and motivating us to pursue the reward. This system is designed to encourage us to engage in behaviors that are beneficial for survival, such as eating or mating. However, in the modern world, this system can be hijacked by artificial rewards, such as drugs or junk food, leading to unhealthy behaviors. Endorphins are another brain chemical that promotes survival by reducing pain and promoting bonding. When we engage in activities that trigger the release of endorphins, such as exercise or socializing, we feel good and are more likely to repeat those activities. This system i...
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