Melissa Sue Tucker | Sister of 2 Brothers with Addiction | Interviewer Trying To Understand Addiction, Recovery, and Dependency

Addiction Support Podcast: Addiction Support for Family & Friends, From People Who Have Been There | Melissa Sue Tucker

Melissa Sue Tucker | Sister of 2 Brothers with Addiction | Interviewer Trying To Understand Addiction, Recovery, and Dependency

  • ASP 005: Happy Chemicals Dopamine, Endorphin, Oxytocin, & Serotonin w/ Loretta Graziano Breuning, PhD

ASP 005: Happy Chemicals Dopamine, Endorphin, Oxytocin, & Serotonin w/ Loretta Graziano Breuning, PhD

Thursday 17th December 2015

Discover how dopamine, endorphin, oxytocin, and serotonin impact your happiness with insights from Dr. Loretta Graziano Breuning on the Addiction Support Podcast.
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Addiction Support Podcast: Addiction Support for Family & Friends, From People Who Have Been There | Melissa Sue Tucker
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Melissa Sue Tucker | Sister of 2 Brothers with Addiction | Interviewer Trying To Understand Addiction, Recovery, and Dependency
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Harnessing Happy Chemicals: A Chat with Dr. Loretta Graziano Breuning

Happiness comes from brain chemicals that all mammals have in common.
Ever wondered why some days you feel on top of the world while others seem like a slog? In this episode of the Addiction Support Podcast, Melissa Sue Tucker sits down with Dr. Loretta Graziano Breuning, the brilliant mind behind 'Habits of a Happy Brain'. Together, they unpack the fascinating world of dopamine, endorphin, oxytocin, and serotonin—those little chemicals that play a big role in our happiness. Dr.
Breuning shares practical tips from her book on how to nurture these 'happy chemicals' and create lasting neural pathways that promote well-being. You'll hear about the importance of balancing work and rest, the unique power of oxytocin in fostering positive connections, and strategies to avoid self-destructive habits. It's not just about understanding these chemicals but learning how to leverage them to build a healthier, happier life.
Melissa and Loretta also delve into biofeedback and its role in establishing positive circuits in the brain. Whether you're supporting a loved one through addiction or seeking ways to boost your own mental health, this episode offers valuable insights. Dr. Breuning's approachable style makes complex science easy to grasp and apply in everyday life.
So, if you're curious about what makes your brain tick and how you can steer it towards happiness, tune in for an enlightening conversation that's both informative and uplifting.