The neuroscience of feelings : unveiling the mind-brain alchemy /

The Neuroscience of Feelings: Unveiling the Mind-Brain Alchemy focuses on exploring the complex interplay between emotions and brain function, covering topics such as how positive and negative feelings impact brain cell regeneration, the influence of emotions on decision-making, and the role of emot...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Corporate Author:	ScienceDirect (Online service)
Other Authors:	Moradikor, Nasrollah (Editor), Haghipanah, Motahareh (Editor), Hamdar, Hiba (Editor)
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	Amsterdam, Netherlands : Academic Press, 2025.
Series:	Progress in Brain Research ; volume 293
Subjects:	Affective neuroscience. Emotions. Neuroscience affective. Affective neuroscience Emotions Electronic books.
Online Access:	Connect to the full text of this electronic book

Table of Contents:

Front Cover
Series Page
Progress in Brain Research
Copyright
Contents
Contributors
Preface
Chapter One: Impact of positive feelings and negative feelings on brain cell regeneration and degeneration
1 Introduction
2 How negative feelings affect our brain
2.1 Brain cell degeneration mechanisms
2.1.1 Necrosis
2.1.2 Apoptosis
2.1.3 Excitotoxicity
2.1.4 Autophagic cell death
2.1.5 Oxidative stress
2.1.6 Mitochondrial dysfunction
3 How positive feelings affect our brain
3.1 Brain cell regeneration mechanisms
4 Anatomical and structural impact of positive and negative feelings on the brain
4.1 Positive feelings
4.2 Negative feelings
5 Cellular impact of positive and negative feelings on the brain
6 How our gut microbiome shapes brain health and emotions
7 Conclusion
References
Chapter Two: Impact of positive thinking on synapses
1 Introduction
1.1 Physiology and positive feelings
1.2 Physiology and negative feelings
1.3 Synapse
1.4 Synaptic transmission
1.5 Synaptic plasticity
1.6 Short-term synaptic plasticity
2 Long-term synaptic plasticity
2.1 Synaptic plasticity: Key influencing factors
3 Link between positive thinking and synapses
4 Theoretical perspective of positive thinking and synaptic plasticity
4.1 Hebbian theory
4.2 Neurogenesis and synaptic plasticity theory
4.3 Dopaminergic reward pathway theory
4.4 Mesolimbic dopamine system and mood regulation
4.5 The broaden-and-build theory of positive emotions
4.6 Mindfulness practice leads to increases in regional brain gray matter density
5 Conclusion
References
Chapter Three: The roots of happiness: How love and memory shape the core of our brain
1 Introduction: The brainstem and emotional life
2 Understanding the brainstem.
2.1 Anatomy and functions of the brainstem
3 Emotion, memory, and the brain
3.1 Emotions and the brain
4 The science of love and memory
4.1 Neurobiology of love
5 Happy memories and the brainstem
5.1 Formation and storage of positive memories
6 Cultural and social influences: Love's impact on memory and brainstem function
6.1 How to rewire the brain for increased happiness
6.2 Neuroplasticity and brain adaptation
6.3 Types of neuroplasticity
7 Enhancing love and memory for brain health
7.1 Mindfulness and meditation
7.1.1 Building strong relationships for brain health
7.1.2 Practical strategies for daily brain health
8 The future of love and memory in neuroscience
8.1 Current research on love and memory in neuroscience
8.2 Emerging therapies for brainstem-related conditions
8.3 The role of love and memory in preventative mental health
9 Conclusion
References
Chapter Four: Impact of sexuality on degenerative diseases
1 Introduction
2 Brain structures involved in sexuality and degenerative diseases
2.1 Hypothalamus and pituitary gland
2.2 Cortices
2.3 Limbic system
3 Role of neurotransmitters and hormones in sexuality and neural function
4 Neurogenesis and sexual activity
5 Sexual dysfunction as an early indicator of neurodegenerative diseases
5.1 Libido and cognitive decline
6 Parkinson's disease and sexual dysfunction
7 Alzheimer's disease and changes in sexual behavior
8 Multiple sclerosis (MS) and neurogenic sexual dysfunction
9 Sexuality and neuroinflammation in degenerative diseases
9.1 Mechanisms linking systemic and neuroinflammation to neurodegeneration
10 Potential anti-inflammatory effects of sexual activity through hormonal and immune modulation
10.1 Microglial activation and sexual health.
11 Psychosocial aspects of sexuality and degenerative diseases
11.1 Sexuality and mental health
11.2 Sexuality and quality of life in older adults
11.3 Social connections and cognitive decline
11.3.1 Lifestyle therapeutic approaches to degenerative diseases
References
Chapter Five: Impact of feelings on decision-making (analytical and rational)
1 Introduction
2 The role of feelings in decision-making
2.1 Influence of oxytocin on decision-making processes
2.2 Biochemical role of oxytocin in gender reassignment hormone replacement therapy
3 The influence of emotions on decision-making in mental disorders
4 Analytical vs. emotional decision-making models
5 Impact of feelings on rationality
6 Conclusion
References
Chapter Six: Impact of emotional trauma on brainstem: Unlocking the effects on neural pathways
1 Introduction
2 Quantum dynamics of neural processing in the brainstem
3 Chronobiological rhythms and trauma response patterns
4 Neuroimmune interfaces in emotional memory formation
5 The brainstem-gut axis: A hidden player in trauma processing
6 Epigenetic modifications and neural network adaptations
7 Oscillatory disruptions and biomarker signatures
8 Advanced therapeutic horizons in trauma recovery
9 Artificial intelligence and personalized treatment approaches
10 Integration of systems: From molecular to behavioral responses
11 Conclusions and future directions
References
Chapter Seven: Healthy happiness: The effect of happiness in promoting brain health
1 Introduction
1.1 Pleasure and happiness: What's the link?
1.2 The ABC model of happiness: Neurobiological correlates
2 The "happy chemicals" of the brain: Dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin
2.1 Dopamine
2.2 Serotonin
2.3 Oxytocin.
3 The neuroscience of laughter: Mechanisms, evolution, and social significance
3.1 Overview of laughter's evolutionary and social role
3.2 Evolutionary insights: Laughter's role in nonverbal communication and social bonding
3.3 Laughter as a neurochemical phenomenon: The role of endogenous opioids
3.4 Neuroanatomy of laughter: Brain regions and circuitry
3.5 Neurobiological mechanisms: The Cortico-Limbic network and autonomic modulation
3.6 Implications for clinical neurology and psychiatric disorders
4 The neuroscience of pain and pleasure interactions: Brain health, neuroinflammation, and modulatory effects of mood
4.1 Pain and pleasure: Shared neural pathways
4.2 Modulation of pain through positive social interactions and emotions
4.3 Attention and mood as modulators of pain sensitivity
4.4 Neuroinflammation, negativity, and brain health
4.5 Pain sensitivity, positive mood, and endogenous pain control systems
5 Positivity and brain health
6 Conclusion
References
Chapter Eight: Therapeutic effects of positive emotions on neural pathways and neurotransmitter systems
1 Introduction
2 Neurophysiological response associated with positive emotions
2.1 The endocrine system's reaction to positive emotions
2.2 Effect of positive emotions on immunological system
3 The neural mechanism of positive emotions: cortical and subcortical areas
3.1 Prefrontal cortex
3.2 Orbitofrontal cortex
3.3 Insula
3.4 Anterior cingulate cortex
3.4.1 Amygdala
3.5 Striatum and nucleus accumbens
3.6 Hippocampus
4 Key neurotransmitter systems and neuropeptides linked to positive emotions
4.1 Dopamine
4.2 Serotonin
4.3 Oxytocin
4.4 Glutamate and GABA
5 Positive emotions effect on neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders.
6 Therapeutic effects of positive emotions on the brain
6.1 Meditation and contemplative practices
6.2 Positive psychology interventions
7 Music therapy and positive emotions
Conclusion
References
Chapter Nine: Effect of happiness and positive emotions on dementia
1 Introduction
1.1 Overview of dementia
2 The science of happiness and positive emotions
2.1 Theoretical frameworks
2.2 Measurement tools and scales
2.3 Biological basis of positive emotions
3 Psychological and cognitive benefits of happiness
3.1 Impact on cognitive function
3.2 Mechanisms linking happiness to cognitive health
4 Happiness, positive emotions, and dementia
5 Mechanisms linking positive emotions to dementia prevention and enhancing interventions
5.1 Stress reduction
5.2 Neuroplasticity
5.3 Neuroinflammation
6 Case studies and real-world applications
6.1 Challenges and limitations
7 Future directions and research opportunities
8 Conclusion
References
Chapter Ten: Influence of feelings on the blood-brain barrier (BBB) and drug delivery
1 Physiology of the blood brain barrier: structure and function
1.1 Overview
1.2 Major constituents of the blood-brain barrier
1.2.1 Endothelial cells
1.2.2 Tight junctions
1.2.3 Adherens junctions
1.2.4 Astrocytes and astrocytic end-feet
1.2.5 Basal lamina
1.2.6 Pericytes
1.3 Barrier functions
1.3.1 Maintaining brain homeostasis
1.3.2 Mechanisms of transport across the BBB
1.3.2.1 Paracellular transport
1.3.2.2 Transcellular transport
1.3.2.2.1 Passive diffusion
1.3.2.2.2 Carrier-mediated transport (CMT)
1.3.2.2.3 Receptor-mediated transcytosis (RMT)
1.3.2.2.4 Adsorptive-mediated transcytosis (AMT)
1.3.2.2.5 Cell-mediated transcytosis
1.3.3 Protecting the brain from harmful substances.