dopamine
noun
do·pa·mine
ˈdō-pə-ˌmēn 
: a monoamine C8H11NO2 that is a decarboxylated form of dopa and that occurs especially as a neurotransmitter in the brain
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Creative expression can be a powerful way to boost dopamine and reconnect with yourself.
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Dominique Fluker, Essence, 17 Dec. 2024
Between holiday gifting, Black Friday, and the dopamine hit that is simply buying something just to alleviate the pre-wintertime blues, rounding up the best new beauty products of the last few weeks is fitting.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
Effective storytelling can release dopamine into the system, making the experience enjoyable and enhancing the audience’s focus and memory retention.
—Leslie Poston, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Research shows that taking omega-3 supplements may reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression by supporting the production of mood-regulating neurotransmitters (chemical messengers), including dopamine and serotonin.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 13 Dec. 2024
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Dominique Fluker, Essence, 17 Dec. 2024
Between holiday gifting, Black Friday, and the dopamine hit that is simply buying something just to alleviate the pre-wintertime blues, rounding up the best new beauty products of the last few weeks is fitting.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
Effective storytelling can release dopamine into the system, making the experience enjoyable and enhancing the audience’s focus and memory retention.
—Leslie Poston, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Research shows that taking omega-3 supplements may reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression by supporting the production of mood-regulating neurotransmitters (chemical messengers), including dopamine and serotonin.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 13 Dec. 2024
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dopamine
noun
do·pa·mine
ˈdō-pə-ˌmēn
: a monoamine C8H11NO2 that is a decarboxylated form of dopa and occurs especially as a neurotransmitter in the brain and as an intermediate in the biosynthesis of epinephrine see intropin
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