What is at the root of true happiness? If you ask the Finns, who were recently named the happiest nation for the eighth year running, it’s predominantly about having trust in your community, combined ...

(CNN) — Maybe you’d like to spend time on hobbies or hang out with friends, but nothing feels as exciting and engaging as it used to –– so you just squander another hour on social media. Your problem ...

“Addiction is an important clinical term with a troubled and weighty history,” said Dean Burnett, a neuroscientist and coauthor of a brief explainer of what dopamine does and doesn’t do. “People ...

Recently, the term “dopamine detox” has become quite popular across platforms like YouTube and TikTok. This theory suggests that by steering clear of stimulating activities like social media, video ...

Ever felt that rush of excitement after buying a new top, eating an indulgent slice of cake, or winning a round of Super Mario Bros? That’s dopamine at work. This neurotransmitter plays a key role in ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. I’ve always been a big believer in balance. A little screen time here, a little fresh air there. (A little mindless scrolling, a ...

A Slidell mother says a free program helped save her from a life of substance abuse. Now, she's encouraging others with the ...

LOS ANGELES — Maybe you'd like to spend time on hobbies or hang out with friends, but nothing feels as exciting and engaging as it used to –– so you just squander another hour on social media. Your ...