Hot Stuff! Love, Sex, and the Brain

YouTube·Neuroscience

Explore the science behind romantic connections in this 34-minute talk featuring biological anthropologist Helen Fisher and The Atlantic's Olga Khazan. Delve into Fisher's groundbreaking research using fMRI brain scans to identify four distinct styles of thought and behavior that illuminate the biological foundations of love, addiction, infidelity, and divorce. Discover insights from a study of 35,000 single Americans, examining modern dating trends, the concept of "slow love," and its potential impact on relationships in the digital era. Learn practical strategies for harnessing brain chemistry to nurture and sustain long-lasting love.