For decades, Parkinson’s disease has been framed as a simple story of dwindling dopamine, a slow erosion of the brain’s ...

Dopamine affects movement control, emotion regulation, and thinking skills. When dopamine levels are typical, they promote good health, while atypical levels can lead to health concerns. The above ...

Dopamine doesn’t flood the brain as once believed – it fires in exact, ultra-fast bursts that target specific neurons. The discovery turns a century-old view of dopamine on its head and could ...

Addiction expert Dr. Drew warns that trendy "Dry January" and "dopamine detox" resets may signal deeper addiction issues.

Dopamine is the brain's motivational spark, driving us to chase what feels good, say scrolling another reel on social media, and steer clear of what doesn't, like touching a hot stove. But scientists ...

A new study in Nature Neuroscience identifies a biological mechanism that explains why repeated experiences become less ...

Celebrity chef Tom Kerridge credits an unconventional diet for his impressive 11-stone weight loss. The 52-year-old called ...

Among the neurotransmitters in the brain, dopamine has gained an almost mythical status. Decades of research have established its contribution to several seemingly unrelated brain functions including ...

A new study on middle-aged mice found that regular running increased a brain chemical called dopamine, which plays a big role ...

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 ...