Huberman Lab Science of Social Bonding in Family, Friendship & Romantic Love
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Dec 20, 2021 Delve into the fascinating science behind social bonding and its neural underpinnings. Discover how our brains regulate social interactions and why some of us feel lonelier than others. Uncover the roles of oxytocin and dopamine in forming emotional connections, whether in friendships or romantic relationships. Learn about the different social needs of introverts versus extroverts and how shared experiences strengthen our bonds. Plus, find practical insights for improving your relationships, from childhood to adulthood.
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Social Homeostasis
- We have brain circuits devoted to social homeostasis, similar to hunger or thirst.
- This drive for social connection explains why we get lonely and seek bonds.
Social Homeostasis Circuit
- The social homeostasis circuit includes a "detector, control center, and effector."
- It also has a fourth part: the prefrontal cortex, which helps understand our social actions and place in hierarchies.
Social Craving
- Social homeostasis means when we lack social interaction, we crave it, much like hunger.
- This "pro-social craving" is driven by dopamine release.
