Time Spent With Friends Changes Your Brain
Functional neurochemistry reveals a powerful truth: texting a friend lights up your brain somewhat—but in-person connection activates a far richer neurochemical cascade. 🧬 Face-to-face time engages multiple bonding and reward systems, including: Oxytocin (social bonding) Serotonin (mood regulation) Endogenous opioids (comfort, connection) Cannabinoids (pleasure modulation) Meanwhile, texting shows only limited activation—primarily dopamine and cannabinoids, with […]
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