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Question: Does rapid scientific research and innovation actually help in improving human welfare at a psychological level? My opinion: In the modern world, in order to gain basic resources like food, water, shelter, mates, etc; one has to contribute competently in further innovation, directly or indirectly. The basic purpose behind innovation and research is to feed the world with inventions and breakthroughs that can be SOLD or earned off of in any way. Organisations work on space exploration, but for what? If we save the human race from extinction, that only keeps up our existence, not quality of life. Firstly what we wish to protect must be worthwhile. Humankind, in passion to comfort itself by scrapping the environment in all ways, isn't necessarily gaining the contentment that it instinctively desires.
Considering I was over 10 lbs at birth, delivered naturally, and was my mom's first child, let's just say I'm very thankful for dopamine making it difficult for my mom to hold a grudge against me...
Same. I was delivered naturally too and was also my mom's first and over 10 lbs. Of course my mom was back 15 months later birthing my sister naturally who was over 9 lbs.
A. Neufeld all you fat babies 😂. i was the biggest baby in my family at 7lbs 12 ounces. my sister was 7lbs 4 ounces and my brother 5lbs 3 ounces (from youngest to oldest)
Becoming a mom really changed me. Health, behavior, values, and my mind is sharper than ever. Loving your children gives you superpowers because it brings out your best qualities.
I have 4 kids, and I've noticed changes after each one was born - on the outside, my hair got darker and more wavey, and seems to grow more quickly, and my nails also grow more quickly, but are thinner and more brittle (I keep both hair and nails cut short now!) - on the inside, I've become more compassionate, more contemplative, less willing to take risks, and far less tolerant of physical discomfort (like sleeping on the ground, for example). With the growing up of my fourth child came a sort of re-awakening of self, however, and I am now actually developing and cultivating my own interests, rather than being completely child-centric 24/7/365. Happy Mother's Day!!
Motherhood changed my priorities, values, and stressors but most of all it gave me an unapologetic sense of self in which I am willing to fight for what I know my child deserves and nothing less
CoriSparks that doesn't work if you're talking about the love parents have for their children or the love between two platonic friends. The parent/child relationship makes sense in the way that you need your offspring to survive, but simply caring (or loving) random people (friends) you simply choose to like doesn't really have anything to do with reproduction. Survival with their help leading to reproduce maybe, but not reproduction directly.
I was mostly just putting down a quote here from Rick and Morty 'cause what Trace said about "love hormones" reminded me of it... Not saying that I agree with it XD
Was a math, science whiz in high school. But my interests and apparently type of IQ changed after motherhood. Was sitting in Chemistry class as a premed, and thought, this isn't important to me. Left in the middle of class, signed out of premed, and changed my major to psychology.
Why do some moms not care about their children, then? You know, the one's that let their children get raped; or the ones that get pissed off and kill their children? That's what I don't get. I've run into a lot of parents, both mothers and fathers, who just don't give a shit about their kids. I wish someone would explain how that works.
Well, hormones can only go so far, even if they're working properly. Mental illnesses, the way they grew up/what life problems they have also come into play. People who don't get love can't be expected to give love. And people who are mean and cold can't be expected to either. Hormones aren't magic.
Question though, what about bad mothers? My mother was hardly ever home, she partied often and to this day, when I reach out to her, she ignores me. Granted, she's a bipolar alcoholic, but not every mother is what we think of mom's to be.
Question (for the livestream and people here): Does rapid scientific research and innovation actually help in improving human welfare at a psychological level? My opinion: In the modern world, in order to gain basic resources like food, water, shelter, mates, etc; one has to contribute competently in further innovation, directly or indirectly. The basic purpose behind innovation and research is to feed the world with inventions and breakthroughs that can be SOLD or earned off of in any way. Organisations work on space exploration, but for what? If we save the human race from extinction, that only keeps up our existence, not quality of life. Firstly what we wish to protect must be worthwhile. Humankind, in passion to comfort itself by scrapping the environment in all ways, isn't necessarily gaining the contentment that it instinctively desires.
I wonder if the brain changes also occur to the other family members living with babies? I recently got a baby sister, so has my brain gotten more grey matter or is it more significant in mothers?
I heard of a study once where they measured the levels of one of these hormones (can't remember which, and maybe more than one), but the two pairs of people who had the most were a really old married couple, and a little boy and his new baby sister, so maybe!
As a student and a backpacker who enjoys running I would like to know about those studies showing brain differences between a long distance backpacker and a student or a marathon runner. Where are the sources?
Could you guys please do a video on why some people don't have maternal instincts? I'm a person who will show love and affection to a baby animal but I feel repelled by human babies. I've explained to my family that I never want children of my own but they see it as unnatural for a woman to not want children.
And what happens to the brain and all of that oxytocin/dopamine if you have a stillborn? I feel the polar opposite of the "Warm fuzzies" when I see a baby, and I seriously wonder how that will effect my future.
I hear a lot of people say they aren't "baby people" but love their kids as much as people who are. Of course there are exceptions, but for the most part. There is the saying "it's different when it's your kids". I think the difference depends on your state of mind like if you actually wanted the baby (even then, that can change once the baby's born), and environmental/family influences. I don't know how far it goes though. I personally have maternal instincts but my maternal side is not super hyped up with babies and I don't like the attention holding a baby gets me. I love reading about families, and want my own, but I feel much more comfortable with people seeing me cuddle pets. I will not bring babies up when talking with friends or family and rarely interact with them even when I have the chance. I've had to reassure my mother that I want kids and not just horses and dogs. And I hate that I'm expected to have kids/want them just cause I'm a woman even though yes, again, I do. It's complicated. Simplest advice is if you don't want a kid when the topic comes up, don't say you will, and don't expect having one to change that opinion. Nobody's required to have kids. I've known a guy who is now his 50s for over a decade since he started dating my aunt longterm. He doesn't have kids. I was 8 and my aunt's granddaughter was 2 when they started dating. He loves us both, but he never has regretted not having kids of his own. Some people just don't have that drive.
I am so thankful that i could never become pregnant. When you start having kids you become that kids manager. Not everyone is good at that. Some people ignore their kids. Think of all the child deaths that happen because a mother abandons their child in a car.
"Every kiss begins with Kay"? Not according to my sister. Her exact words: "I'd rather you give me something that's actually USEFUL like art equipment vs. a useless hunk of carbon..."
Relatable. I wear earrings and necklaces at special events, but I just do it for the sake of fitting in and because my family insists on buying me some every Christmas. And I hate rings. Honestly when I marry someday I may end up having the ring on a necklace cause rings are annoying. Give me a gift card for the movie theater or to a store where I buy things I need/actually want. Have to admit though, I kind of like the occasional flower just cause they smell good.
Awful store but my dad got drunk one night and said after my sister was born my mom's @#$_+@ never felt right after her fat head came out I almost pissed myself laughing.
3:00 I think it's odd that we get a reward chemical for eating food. You'd think hunger would be motivating enough. I wonder if it's a result from the additives we put in food.
Off subject, With strong enough computers can we take animals and switch individual DNA in every possible order to bring back previous every day plants and animals.
I wonder, why we humans if we have a baby that is no or completely healthy we still bonded and loving them the same of even more than a regular healthy child, while other species discard right away the no healthy babies?
If I go to the bathroom, my brain and body will change. If I eat, my brain and body will change. Basically, if I do anything, my brain and body will change. Oh yeah, one more, If I look at food, BAM, dopamine.
Well said !!, Happy Mommy 's Day, I 'am deeply interested in this subject of female brain functions and the profound transition to the physiological state in brain function and pre pregnancy and post birth physiological states of function transition, I think this subject it very important to research and understanding, as the importance is made most clear in the trajectory of our evolution and the profound influence of female evolution effecting all genders development and evolution. Peace and love, Doug.
noreaction What drug? Amphetamines or cannabis? Do you have any tremor or motor issue relating to movement? It could indicate parkinson which is the effect or neuron dying in VTA. But if you are young, it is likely you have anhedonia - the lack of feeling of happiness/motivation/ pleasure. This could be indication that you have depression. Seek help immediately if you facing problem if those issue affecting your work performance or social relationship.
tell that to my drug addict birth mom who used my child benifits for her own benifits and gave me up at 2. JK, I'm not mad. But 20 yrs later, and shit's still the same
Hey guys! Trace, Julian and Amy will be doing a Q&A livestream on our Facebook page on Wednesday! If you have a question, share them with us here, or on Twitter @Seeker. Then, go to our Facebook page /SeekerMedia on Wednesday so you don’t miss the answers!
Seeker Is there an scientific answer to why boys tend to be closer to mom and girls tend to be closer to dad, the "mommy's boy, daddy's girl" thing
Question: Does rapid scientific research and innovation actually help in improving human welfare at a psychological level?
My opinion: In the modern world, in order to gain basic resources like food, water, shelter, mates, etc; one has to contribute competently in further innovation, directly or indirectly. The basic purpose behind innovation and research is to feed the world with inventions and breakthroughs that can be SOLD or earned off of in any way. Organisations work on space exploration, but for what? If we save the human race from extinction, that only keeps up our existence, not quality of life. Firstly what we wish to protect must be worthwhile. Humankind, in passion to comfort itself by scrapping the environment in all ways, isn't necessarily gaining the contentment that it instinctively desires.
Seeker is there a biological explanation for transgender people and their gender dysphoria?
pls do a video on tachyon...
Seeker i
Considering I was over 10 lbs at birth, delivered naturally, and was my mom's first child, let's just say I'm very thankful for dopamine making it difficult for my mom to hold a grudge against me...
this is my favorite comment. 😆😆😆😆
Same. I was delivered naturally too and was also my mom's first and over 10 lbs. Of course my mom was back 15 months later birthing my sister naturally who was over 9 lbs.
A. Neufeld all you fat babies 😂. i was the biggest baby in my family at 7lbs 12 ounces. my sister was 7lbs 4 ounces and my brother 5lbs 3 ounces (from youngest to oldest)
TotalDrganMania Well I was also 22 inches long at the time.
A. Neufeld I was 9 lbs and my mom didn't use any pain relievers...
Becoming a mom really changed me. Health, behavior, values, and my mind is sharper than ever. Loving your children gives you superpowers because it brings out your best qualities.
Dear mama,
Thank you
I am everywhere
Cool way to pay tribute on Mother's Day week
yeah, with just simply existing XD
I wonder if any brain changes happen for adoptive moms. I hope my friends that have adopted get to feel the crazy love, too!
My son is the best thing to ever happen to me. I never knew I could love so much
Mothers day is *Sunday, May 14*. This man must be from the *future*.
Well, in Mexico, it's May 10, however still future.
Happy *mothers day*
I have 4 kids, and I've noticed changes after each one was born - on the outside, my hair got darker and more wavey, and seems to grow more quickly, and my nails also grow more quickly, but are thinner and more brittle (I keep both hair and nails cut short now!) - on the inside, I've become more compassionate, more contemplative, less willing to take risks, and far less tolerant of physical discomfort (like sleeping on the ground, for example). With the growing up of my fourth child came a sort of re-awakening of self, however, and I am now actually developing and cultivating my own interests, rather than being completely child-centric 24/7/365.
Happy Mother's Day!!
Motherhood changed my priorities, values, and stressors but most of all it gave me an unapologetic sense of self in which I am willing to fight for what I know my child deserves and nothing less
_"Love is just a chemical reaction that compels animals to breed."_
- Rick Sanchez
CoriSparks that doesn't work if you're talking about the love parents have for their children or the love between two platonic friends. The parent/child relationship makes sense in the way that you need your offspring to survive, but simply caring (or loving) random people (friends) you simply choose to like doesn't really have anything to do with reproduction. Survival with their help leading to reproduce maybe, but not reproduction directly.
Nah, that's lust.
But a chemical reaction that gives you an advantage on social skills (egoic awareness 1+ BAM!)
CoriSparks The quote kind of falls apart with asexual people though. Love keeps communities and societies together nonetheless.
I was mostly just putting down a quote here from Rick and Morty 'cause what Trace said about "love hormones" reminded me of it... Not saying that I agree with it XD
Was a math, science whiz in high school. But my interests and apparently type of IQ changed after motherhood. Was sitting in Chemistry class as a premed, and thought, this isn't important to me. Left in the middle of class, signed out of premed, and changed my major to psychology.
Why do some moms not care about their children, then? You know, the one's that let their children get raped; or the ones that get pissed off and kill their children? That's what I don't get. I've run into a lot of parents, both mothers and fathers, who just don't give a shit about their kids. I wish someone would explain how that works.
***** What?
***** Doesn't that also have to do with the brain?
Yes and the answer is involved with psychology. It could be a ton of things but the main thing i would say that is... is mental illness.
Well, hormones can only go so far, even if they're working properly. Mental illnesses, the way they grew up/what life problems they have also come into play. People who don't get love can't be expected to give love. And people who are mean and cold can't be expected to either. Hormones aren't magic.
Not everything is ridden on hormones. They chose to be negligent. Pregnancy alone doesn't make you a mother.
Thank you for everything, Mom.. I miss you so much.
thats why always love and respect your mother...because she loves you forever.
Great information! It would be really wonderful to see a mom presenting it!
Being a mom is the smart choice!
Some women don't get to choose.
Think I'd rather be dumb, then.
Some young adults are reckless but then become protective once they have a child.They realize how dangerous the world really is.
Dopamine isn't a "reward" hormone :) It's an "anticipation of reward hormone"
It doesn't feel good, it just makes you want to do stuff.
Thanks, Seeker.:)
Parenthood definitely changed me, My outlook on life was basically redefined. As an affirmed atheist, carrying on my genes has given my life meaning.
awesome work guys this would be a nice gift for mother's day
Question though, what about bad mothers? My mother was hardly ever home, she partied often and to this day, when I reach out to her, she ignores me. Granted, she's a bipolar alcoholic, but not every mother is what we think of mom's to be.
Question (for the livestream and people here): Does rapid scientific research and innovation actually help in improving human welfare at a psychological level?
My opinion: In the modern world, in order to gain basic resources like food, water, shelter, mates, etc; one has to contribute competently in further innovation, directly or indirectly. The basic purpose behind innovation and research is to feed the world with inventions and breakthroughs that can be SOLD or earned off of in any way. Organisations work on space exploration, but for what? If we save the human race from extinction, that only keeps up our existence, not quality of life. Firstly what we wish to protect must be worthwhile. Humankind, in passion to comfort itself by scrapping the environment in all ways, isn't necessarily gaining the contentment that it instinctively desires.
I wonder if the brain changes also occur to the other family members living with babies? I recently got a baby sister, so has my brain gotten more grey matter or is it more significant in mothers?
I heard of a study once where they measured the levels of one of these hormones (can't remember which, and maybe more than one), but the two pairs of people who had the most were a really old married couple, and a little boy and his new baby sister, so maybe!
This is one of the best channels on youtube!
As a student and a backpacker who enjoys running I would like to know about those studies showing brain differences between a long distance backpacker and a student or a marathon runner. Where are the sources?
okay but that doesn't explain why my uncle's wife abused my lil cousin (her daughter) and leave him for another man... 😞
Could you guys please do a video on why some people don't have maternal instincts? I'm a person who will show love and affection to a baby animal but I feel repelled by human babies. I've explained to my family that I never want children of my own but they see it as unnatural for a woman to not want children.
Oh mama, I just want to say
GIVE ME MY POTATO CHIPS
but what if my mom does'nt have brains? does she still get more gray matter?
And they forget that once they had a dream too!!
And what happens to the brain and all of that oxytocin/dopamine if you have a stillborn? I feel the polar opposite of the "Warm fuzzies" when I see a baby, and I seriously wonder how that will effect my future.
I hear a lot of people say they aren't "baby people" but love their kids as much as people who are. Of course there are exceptions, but for the most part. There is the saying "it's different when it's your kids". I think the difference depends on your state of mind like if you actually wanted the baby (even then, that can change once the baby's born), and environmental/family influences. I don't know how far it goes though.
I personally have maternal instincts but my maternal side is not super hyped up with babies and I don't like the attention holding a baby gets me. I love reading about families, and want my own, but I feel much more comfortable with people seeing me cuddle pets. I will not bring babies up when talking with friends or family and rarely interact with them even when I have the chance. I've had to reassure my mother that I want kids and not just horses and dogs. And I hate that I'm expected to have kids/want them just cause I'm a woman even though yes, again, I do. It's complicated.
Simplest advice is if you don't want a kid when the topic comes up, don't say you will, and don't expect having one to change that opinion. Nobody's required to have kids. I've known a guy who is now his 50s for over a decade since he started dating my aunt longterm. He doesn't have kids. I was 8 and my aunt's granddaughter was 2 when they started dating. He loves us both, but he never has regretted not having kids of his own. Some people just don't have that drive.
1:58 BAM!! Dopamine
How about a show looking at this from the other direction. For example: the cause of Gilbert's Syndrome (mother's body trying to reject the fetus).
love this dude, thank you for the teachings sir 😀
I could've sworn they made a video similar to this back when they were still Dnews, and when they had people like Anthony Carboni and Laci Green.
I am so thankful that i could never become pregnant. When you start having kids you become that kids manager. Not everyone is good at that. Some people ignore their kids. Think of all the child deaths that happen because a mother abandons their child in a car.
Right in the Fvcking Feels 😭😭😭😭😭
seriously am i the only one waiting the seeker plus to come back ?
Why I can't call oxytocin the love hormone? :)
So is this the new D-News?
Yep! We had to change our name bc Discovery spun us off into our own company. A win for us, but we couldn't keep the old name :(
Alex Vause I think Seeker is a nice choice.
Trace Dominguez That sucks.At least your still hosting!
Well, at least it's for the better as in for less confusion for people thinking that it was a source of news about dicks.
ChannleTonyGuin10 lol, no I can't with this comment, 😂😂
I miss my mum she pass away 4 years ago June 14th
Ah... and we petty creatures think we have control over our life,
how cute.
Also moms are great, everybody should have one.
When u have sex ur dopamine levels rise up to 200% more than normal for a short while
"Every kiss begins with Kay"? Not according to my sister. Her exact words: "I'd rather you give me something that's actually USEFUL like art equipment vs. a useless hunk of carbon..."
Relatable. I wear earrings and necklaces at special events, but I just do it for the sake of fitting in and because my family insists on buying me some every Christmas. And I hate rings. Honestly when I marry someday I may end up having the ring on a necklace cause rings are annoying. Give me a gift card for the movie theater or to a store where I buy things I need/actually want. Have to admit though, I kind of like the occasional flower just cause they smell good.
you're welcome mom!
How is suddenly coexisting with a baby not a major environmental change?
yey brain changes and hate for spouse is introduced ❤
I called it the love hormone and he turned the video off. Please send help.
Awful store but my dad got drunk one night and said after my sister was born my mom's @#$_+@ never felt right after her fat head came out I almost pissed myself laughing.
What`s going on in the brains of mothers who don`t bond with their babies?
3:00 I think it's odd that we get a reward chemical for eating food. You'd think hunger would be motivating enough. I wonder if it's a result from the additives we put in food.
No, it's likely always been that way. But maybe some additives increase it, like sugar I think does.
Now this did not take over this channel
Have they ever done studies with IQ tests before and after pregnancy?
What if the mother is cold towards a child. Is there a chemical or hormone that is released for that behavior?
There's probably a lack of release of hormones. And psychological reasons coming into play.
"Could've told ya that" - Said Every Mom Ever 😉😁
I need some dopamine, I don't have any.
Off subject, With strong enough computers can we take animals and switch individual DNA in every possible order to bring back previous every day plants and animals.
I wonder, why we humans if we have a baby that is no or completely healthy we still bonded and loving them the same of even more than a regular healthy child, while other species discard right away the no healthy babies?
Lovehormone? ... (I had to. You forced me and I couldn't resist. :D)
Trace, how does Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda whiten teeth? Is it safe? I do t trust anyone else on YT. Thank you!
Love and kindness is merely the release of hormones. There is no soul.
If oxytocin is not a love hormone, So then What is it?
NOW THIS is what I like
My life is dopamine
1:50 I thought evolution was supposed to be random. It sounds like he's saying that evolution chooses where it wants to make changes.
It's not random, but it doesn't choose anything either because it's not a conscious being, it's a process that takes place in the natural world.
"Happy Mother's Day to allthe world, and our ever dearest Mother earth",👴
everytime he said chemical, all I could think about was My Chemical Romance.
#Objection!
What about the ye'olde Monro Kellie doctrine? Nobody remember it when we speak about the brain!
I was grown in an artificial whom. I never touched my mother
Where can I buy that t-shirt?
My Mom has the opposite effect
2:03 well I don't know about that...
If I go to the bathroom, my brain and body will change. If I eat, my brain and body will change. Basically, if I do anything, my brain and body will change. Oh yeah, one more, If I look at food, BAM, dopamine.
What about a father and infant ?
Grey Matter for reasoning also decreases. That's not a good thing.
2:03 the woman was holding the phone upside down
No one is EVER ready to have a baby LOL! If you think you are, you are NOT LOL!
Someone's ideological beliefs shaken by facts in 3...2...1...
I wonder if this applies to women who don't complete a pregnancy? like miscarriage at 3 months
Yeah things changed after kids. A lot less sex a lot more fighting😐 but I would do it all again 😀because I hate myself☹️
Well said !!, Happy Mommy 's Day, I 'am deeply interested in this subject of female brain functions and the profound transition to the physiological state in brain function and pre pregnancy and post birth physiological states of function transition, I think this subject it very important to research and understanding, as the importance is made most clear in the trajectory of our evolution and the profound influence of female evolution effecting all genders development and evolution. Peace and love, Doug.
"I'm turning this video off right now!" That's not how it works.
Sometimes I feel like a psychopath because I don't feel dopamine rushes from anything. Even drugs.
noreaction What drug? Amphetamines or cannabis? Do you have any tremor or motor issue relating to movement? It could indicate parkinson which is the effect or neuron dying in VTA. But if you are young, it is likely you have anhedonia - the lack of feeling of happiness/motivation/ pleasure. This could be indication that you have depression. Seek help immediately if you facing problem if those issue affecting your work performance or social relationship.
noreaction if u have experienced fear. Then you are not psychopathic. According to the internet...
Appa-LATCH-ian Trail 😂
does the general term dope, all of its meanings and uses... derive from the word dopamine?
so how about foster mother???
I love you mom! 😄
tell that to my drug addict birth mom who used my child benifits for her own benifits and gave me up at 2. JK, I'm not mad. But 20 yrs later, and shit's still the same
but I thought oxytocin was the love chemical 😂😂
1:05
Trauma and illness.
That shirt is awesome.
Dopamine is dope.
is that why mom takes the stinkiest poop in the house?
PEOPLE YOU DON'T NEED LOVE YOU NEED FOOD
2:32
love hormone...love hormone...love hormone...
u may shut this vid out..hahahah
what happened with the high school sign you started it I must know!!!!
what about father?
I need to call my mom...
Adam Al aha