Huberman Lab

Erasing Fears & Traumas Based on the Modern Neuroscience of Fear

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Dec 6, 2021
Dive into the fascinating world of fear and trauma, exploring the brain's response to threats and how memories trigger fear circuits. Learn about the effectiveness of treatments like EMDR and drug-assisted therapies, along with insights on how controlled stress can combat fear. Discover the importance of social connections in managing anxiety and the role of specific compounds that may help mitigate fear. This engaging discussion offers practical tools for understanding and coping with fear effectively.
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Fear, Trauma, and PTSD

  • Fear involves a physiological and cognitive response, encompassing stress and anxiety.
  • Trauma arises when fear embeds in the nervous system, causing maladaptive reactivations.
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Adaptive Fear Response

  • Fear is adaptive, protecting us by activating a 'threat reflex'.
  • This reflex is generic and can be associated with any experience.
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One-Trial Fear Learning

  • Fear learning often occurs through one-trial learning, unlike other forms of neuroplasticity.
  • A single intense experience can establish a strong fear association.
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