On this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, she discusses her own research into how extreme social isolation affects mice and humans. She talks about what drew her to the science of emotions, why fear is adaptive, and presents some surprising reasons to question the general advice that PTSD sufferers should join support groups. \n\nThis episode is brought to you by: \nButcher Box: Go to ButcherBox.com/IMPACT Tresta: Start your free 30-day trial at tresta.com/impact Allform: Go to allform.com/impact for 20% off your order. \nISSUU: Go to ISSUU.info/impacttheory to sign up for your FREE account. \n\nSHOW NOTES:\xa0\nMoriel discusses what drew her to the science of emotions [0:35] \nMoriel right now is working on social isolation and how it affects the brain [3:39] \nViolence happens often after social isolation in mice [6:33] \nFear becomes much more persistent after isolation [7:57] \nSocial isolation hijacks systems that normally produce positive results [12:01] \nFor mice, two weeks of social isolation is long enough to cause severe consequences [14:46] \nTo what degree does social media mitigate or exacerbate social isolation? [16:08] \nMoriel discusses the most recent research on fear and where it\u2019s located in the brain [18:18] \nMoriel explains why fear is adaptive and helpful [20:25] \nMoriel details how general anxiety disorder builds on itself [24:05] \nThe most common therapy for PTSD is some form of exposure therapy [26:15] \nMoriel describes an experiment on PTSD with truly surprising results [28:27]\xa0Q\n\nFOLLOW:\xa0\nWEBSITE: https://bit.ly/33AWzYT\xa0\nLAB WEBSITE: zelikowskylab.com\xa0\nINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/morielz \nTWITTER: twitter.com/moriel_z\xa0\n\nAre You Ready for EXTRA Impact?\nIf you\u2019re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you.\nWant to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness.\xa0\nThis is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.\nSubscription Benefits:\n\nUnlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more\n\nNew episodes delivered ad-free\n\nExclusive access to Tom\u2019s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list\n\nYou\u2019ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more:\n\n\nLegendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement\n\n\nMoney Mindset: Business & Finance\n\n\nRelationship Theory: Relationships\n\n\nHealth Theory: Mental & Physical Health\n\n\nPower Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes\xa0\n\nSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJaz\nSubscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/\n\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices