Surprise rewards may boost movement speed, hinting that dopamine signals in the brain help control motivation and physical vigor.

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People with cannabis use disorder (CUD) have higher dopamine levels in an area of the brain linked to psychosis, found a new study published in JAMA Psychiatry. The findings may help explain why ...

Don't have any motivation at work today? You may be able to blame your brain and its relationship with the chemical dopamine. The way your brain handles dopamine may predict whether you are a hard ...

Dopamine levels drive the vigor of our movements, explaining why we move faster and with more energy when we are happy or ...

Dopamine is the brain’s motivational spark, driving us to chase what feels good and steer clear of what doesn’t. But scientists haven’t fully understood how dopamine helps us learn to avoid bad ...

They’re marketed as a natural alternative to prescription drugs and are popular on social media, but do they work?

Dopamine menus are trending on TikTok. This wholesome trend helps you curate a list of things that bring you joy and help increase your level of dopamine. Dopamine is a hormone and neurotransmitter ...

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 ...

Say goodbye to decision fatigue and doomscrolling—and hello to a space you love spending time in.