Loneliness Is Hurting Your Brain | Neuroscience & Psychology Explained

Описание: Why do humans feel pain when they are lonely?
Why does friendship improve mental and physical health?
What does neuroscience say about social connection?

In this video, we explain the core ideas of “Why Brains Need Friends” by Ben Rein (PhD) using neuroscience, psychology, and scientific research.

You will learn:

Why the human brain is biologically wired for social connection

How loneliness activates the same brain regions as physical pain

The role of oxytocin, dopamine, serotonin, and cortisol

What neuroscience research says about social isolation and mental health

How chronic loneliness affects stress, immunity, and brain health

Why face-to-face interaction is more powerful than social media

The psychological concept of perceived social isolation

How loneliness impacts society, productivity, and public health

This video is useful for:

Psychology students

Neuroscience beginners

UPSC / competitive exam aspirants

Anyone interested in mental health and human behavior

📚 Based on scientific studies by:

John Cacioppo (Loneliness Research)

Naomi Eisenberger (Social Pain & Brain Imaging)

Julianne Holt-Lunstad (Social Relationships & Mortality Risk)

🎯 If you are interested in:
Neuroscience, psychology, human behavior, mental health, social science, or self-improvement—this video is for you.

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