Andrew Huberman introduces the basic structure of the nervous system and explains how neuroplasticity enables learning and behavior change.
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Today’s episode provides an introduction to how the nervous system works to create sensations, perceptions, emotions, thoughts and behaviors, as well as how we can change our nervous system— a phenomenon known as neuroplasticity.
The information sets the stage for all Huberman Lab Podcast episodes that follow by covering neurons, synapses, brain chemicals and the rhythms that control our ability to focus, learn and sleep… and more.
Timestamps for the episode can be found below. Thank you for your interest in science. We'll see you next week.
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*Timestamps*
Introduction
What is the Nervous System
Deja Vu
How War, Guns & Soap Shaped Our Understanding of the Brain
Jennifer Aniston Neurons
Sensations
Magnetic Sensing & Mating
Perceptions & The Spotlight of Attention
Multi-Tasking Is Real
Bottom-Up vs. Top-Down Control of Behavior
Focusing the Mind
Emotions + The Chemicals of Emotions
Antidepressants
Thoughts & Thought Control
Actions
How We Control Our Impulses
Neuroplasticity: The Holy Grail of Neuroscience
The Portal to Neuroplasticity
Accelerating Learning in Sleep
The Pillar of Plasticity
Leveraging Ultradian Cycles & Self Experimentation
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