Paul Zak
Neuroscientist and professor who directs the Center for Neuroeconomic Studies; known for research on oxytocin's effects on social and moral behavior and author of The Moral Molecule.
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Feb 3, 2014 • 8min
Molecules and morals: learning the link (SOP6)
Paul Zak, neuroscientist who studies oxytocin and moral behavior. He explains what oxytocin is and how it links to social connection. He describes experiments where oxytocin boosts trust and generosity. He covers everyday ways to raise oxytocin, how stress or psychopathy blunt its release, and even how social media can trigger it.
