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A man in a green shirt gives a woman a piggyback ride outdoors, both are smiling.
A Deep Dive into Dopamine: Detox, Depression, and Beyond
Dopamine is a nuanced molecule that not only plays important roles in bad habits but also in behaviors that are necessary for survival and well-being.
A Deep Dive into Dopamine: Detox, Depression, and Beyond
A Deep Dive into Dopamine: Detox, Depression, and Beyond

Dopamine is a nuanced molecule that not only plays important roles in bad habits but also in behaviors that are necessary for survival and well-being.

Dopamine is a nuanced molecule that not only plays important roles in bad habits but also in behaviors that are necessary for survival and well-being.

thirst

A woman feels discomfort while she is thirsty (left), but she feels refreshed and rejuvenated when she has her first sip of water (right).
Why Does Drinking Water Feel so Rewarding When One is Parched?
Laura Tran, PhD | Jul 1, 2024 | 2 min read
With a thirst for knowledge, scientists delve into gut-brain pathways to understand liquid rewards.
Thirst and Drinking Spark Widespread Activity in the Mouse Brain
Ruth Williams | Apr 4, 2019 | 3 min read
Researchers have recorded tens of thousands of brain cells in mice as the animals transitioned from feeling thirsty to quenched.
Image of the Day: Nor Any Drop to Drink
Carolyn Wilke | Feb 12, 2019 | 1 min read
Sea snakes wait in thirst for “lenses” of freshwater forming on the surface of the ocean after a heavy rain.
Thirst Neurons Found
Jenny Rood | Jan 26, 2015 | 3 min read
Using optogenetics, researchers pinpoint two distinct groups of brain cells that flip the switch on a mouse’s desire for water.
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