Meet the brain molecule of the moment: 4-(2-Aminoethyl)benzene-1,2-diol. You have been its beneficiary from birth. Lately, you might have seen it splashed across the headlines under its common name.

Dopamine is the brain's motivational spark, driving us to chase what feels good, say scrolling another reel on social media, and steer clear of what doesn't, like touching a hot stove. But scientists ...

Ms. Szalavitz is a contributing Opinion writer who covers addiction and public policy. In August 2021, while promoting her new book “Dopamine Nation,” the Stanford psychiatrist Anna Lembke discussed ...

You know that little jolt of happiness you get when you finally finish a big project or simply check off a task on your to-do list? That feeling comes from dopamine, a neurotransmitter that acts like ...

A new study shows that estrogen naturally modulates dopamine signaling in the brain, altering how female rats learn reward cues across the reproductive cycle.

Detoxes are a staple of modern-day wellness culture. Want a healthier gut? Detox your diet. Less anxiety? Do a digital detox. Now, though, another type of detox involving a common hormone, dopamine, ...

A drink designed to make you feel happier? Spectacular, give me 14 of them right now. You may have already heard of "dopamine dressing" or "dopamine decor," but allow us to introduce you to "dopamine ...

Meet the brain molecule of the moment: 4-(2-Aminoethyl)benzene-1,2-diol. You have been its beneficiary from birth. Lately, you might have seen it splashed across the headlines under its common name.