#129 – Lisa Feldman Barrett: Counterintuitive Ideas About How the Brain Works
Lex Fridman Podcast
Los cerebros evolucionaron para controlar el cuerpo, no para sentir o pensar.
Experiencing novelty or unpredictability for prolonged periods can lead to feelings of anxiety and distress as the body's resources become depleted. This depletion can result from the increased arousal caused by the chemicals released during periods of unpredictability, ultimately impacting the body's budget and homeostasis. Depression and anxiety are not separate from these physiological responses, but rather a way of being in the world when predictions aren't aligned, highlighting the deep connection between mental well-being, metabolism, body budgeting, sleep, diet, and social connections.
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