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The Genetics of Happiness

The Genetics of Happiness | Science News | Scoop.it
A new study of twins sheds light on the complex links between biology and happiness.


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Gut Bacteria Regulate Happiness

Gut Bacteria Regulate Happiness | Science News | Scoop.it
APC scientists have shown that brain levels of serotonin, the ‘happy hormone’ are regulated by the amount of bacteria in the gut during early life.
Gina Stepp's comment, June 12, 2012 11:08 PM
Interesting . . . especially considering that gut regulation and other emotion-related processes are affected by early-life bonding (attachment . . . relationships). You can't separate bodily health from mental health in the end.
Alice Ruxton Abler's comment, June 13, 2012 4:38 PM
Many thanks!