In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore the sensations of pain and pleasure, explaining how they are sensed in the body and interpreted by the brain as well as methods to control their intensity.
I discuss both the hardwired mechanisms and subjective factors that shape an individual’s perception of pain and pleasure. I also explain why pain thres ... Show More
Jul 16
Essentials: The Science & Treatment of Bipolar Disorder
In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain the biology, symptoms and types of bipolar disorder (sometimes called bipolar depression), a condition characterized by extreme, maladaptive shifts in energy, mood and perception. I describe the diagnostic criteria that distingui ... Show More
35 m
Jul 13
How to Improve Your Memory & Cognitive Function at Any Age | Dr. Alan Castel
Dr. Alan Castel, PhD, is a professor of psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and one of the world's foremost experts on human memory and cognitive aging. We discuss what science actually tells us about how to improve our learning ability and memory at an ... Show More
2h 28m
Jun 2024
Top Pain Researcher | The 6 Keys to Relieving Pain
<p>Stanford neuroscientist Sean Mackey, MD, PhD reveals pain is highly subjective, shaped by our beliefs and experiences - not just injury signals. He unpacks chronic pain's persistence, promising treatment strategies like brief behavioral therapies, and research toward personali ... Show More
1h 8m
Jun 2025
The Answer to Pain May Lie in Your Brain
For something that’s a universal experience, pain has been pretty hard to measure, treat and even understand. That’s what Dr. Sanjay Gupta decided to write his forthcoming book, “It Doesn’t Have to Hurt: Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life.” And in this episode, he's switching o ... Show More
30m 15s
Apr 2020
Managing Pain and Your Behavior with Dr. Harry Adelson
How does chronic pain affect the brain? I’m excited about this conversation with Dr. Harry Adelson, a naturopathic doctor and stem cell specialist! If you’ve ever noticed pain affecting your brainpower, we have a special episode for you today. In this episode, Harry shares strate ... Show More
19m 39s
