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Ep86 "What are emotions?"

Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman

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The Metabolic Basis of Emotions and Mental Health

This chapter examines the interplay between emotions and mental health, emphasizing how metabolic regulation by the brain affects conditions such as depression and anxiety. It presents the concept of depression as a 'bankrupt body budget,' highlighting the influence of cortisol and serotonin on energy levels and overall mental well-being.

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