"The Equation of the Chemistry of Emotional Behavior: An Analytical Study of the Biological and Neurochemical Foundations Influencing the Formation of Human Emotions"
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Behavior, Serotonin, Dopamine, Biochemical Interactions, NeurotransmittersAbstract
This research aims to conduct an in-depth study of the biological and neurochemical foundations that shape human emotions, also known as affective behavior. Rather than considering emotions as mere fleeting reactions, the research seeks to understand them as driving forces that influence our perception of the world, our cognitive processes, and our social interactions. The research explores what is metaphorically termed the "equation of affective behavior chemistry," a term referring to the understanding of the complex biological and neurochemical mechanisms underlying the. Emergence and expression of various emotions, with a focus on the role of neurotransmitters (such as dopamine and serotonin), hormones (such as cortisol and oxytocin), and specialized brain regions (such as the amygdala, the limbic system, and the prefrontal cortex), and how they Interact to determine the nature and diversity of human emotions
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