Ever have the itch to do some online shopping or order food for delivery, but don’t want to spend the money?

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 ...

Millions of people around the world are still dealing with the impacts that COVID-19 had on their long-term health. Some ...

Dopamine affects movement control, emotion regulation, and thinking skills. When dopamine levels are typical, they promote good health, while atypical levels can lead to health concerns. The above ...

Addiction to toxic alcohol can disrupt the brain’s natural reward system by triggering excessive releases of dopamine, ...

Feeling down? Try a dopamine menu. The wellness trend (currently going viral on TikTok) is all about hacking your way to a better mood. On social media, users share carefully curated journals ...

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet, Columbia University and the University of San Francisco, have uncovered a previously unknown mechanism by which dopamine, a key brain chemical vital for movement ...

Dopamine rushes, withdrawals, and detoxes are trending among wellness gurus online. But experts say the science behind the trendy phrases doesn’t hold up. The nerve cells pictured here are responsible ...

Natural ways to increase dopamine include regular exercise, eating enough protein, and meditation. People can also speak with a doctor if they are concerned about low dopamine levels. Dopamine is a ...

This is part 4 of a 5-part series on modern perspectives on ADHD. Part 3, "Is ADHD Really a Disorder?" is available here. If a distinct population of individuals have something we describe as ADHD, ...