{"product_id":"why-brains-need-friends-the-neuroscience-of-social-connection-hardcover","title":"Why Brains Need Friends: The Neuroscience of Social Connection - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eBen Rein\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"An exquisite book that reminds us our minds aren't soloists but symphony players: we are wired for connection.\"--David Eagleman, PhD, author of \u003ci\u003eIncognito \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eLivewired\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA neuroscientist's guide to boosting your brain health by living a more connected life, and thriving in a post-interaction world \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHeadlines have made clear that we are in a crisis of loneliness, but the conversation has yet to explore how spending less time with others can impact the body and mind on a cellular level--and why this knowledge is part of the way forward. Renowned neuroscientist Dr. Ben Rein dives into the fascinating science of social interaction, revealing how our brains are wired for connection and why modern life is challenging those ancient instincts. Through the lens of neuroscience, he explains our need for community and provides new frameworks for bringing togetherness into our lives. Rein uncovers the mesmerizing biological factors at play in our moments together, from small talk with baristas to deep conversation with friends, and shares how to leverage this information to our advantage as we seek happiness and health. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEnlightening and empowering, this book reveals: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow socializing supports brain health and mood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe hidden dangers of isolation and why it increases the risk of death by any cause\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy the brain experiences virtual conversations differently from in-person encounters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe science of likability and the secrets of making a positive impression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe neuroscience of empathy, deep bonds, and how we understand others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow relationships with animals can support our health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow certain drugs like ecstasy enhance social exchanges, while others like painkillers impair them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrategies for improving your social life to maximize benefits to your mental and physical health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeaving together cutting-edge scientific discoveries, storytelling, and practical advice inspired by data, Rein reveals how our brains and our bodies are made stronger by connection, and ultimately why brain health is critical to our well-being.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBen Rein, PhD, \u003c\/b\u003e is an award-winning neuroscientist, chief science officer of the Mind Science Foundation, adjunct lecturer at Stanford University, clinical assistant professor at SUNY Buffalo, and renowned science educator. Dr. Rein's research focuses on the neuroscience of social interactions, and he also teaches neuroscience to an audience of more than one million social media followers. Dr. Rein and his research have been featured on major media outlets including \u003ci\u003eEntertainment Tonight\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eGood Morning America\u003c\/i\u003e, and he has received awards from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine; the Society for Neuroscience; and elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1 x 9.1 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 14, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47368223293618,"sku":"9780593850848","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/irDnI3jFLu9780593850848.webp?v=1777576293","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/why-brains-need-friends-the-neuroscience-of-social-connection-hardcover","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}