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Huberman Lab · May 14, 2026 · 37m

Essentials: Understanding & Controlling Aggression

In this episode, Dr. Huberman explains the neural circuits involved in aggression, including the ventromedial hypothalamus and the hydraulic pressure model. He discusses how hormones, day length, and genetics influence aggressive tendencies, and offers tools like sunlight exposure, sauna, and supplements to help regulate aggression.

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Highlights

Neural Circuits of Aggression00:00:00
Huberman explains how the ventromedial hypothalamus and other brain areas control aggressive states and behaviors.
Hormonal and Environmental Modulation of Aggression00:19:09
Hormones like estrogen and testosterone, and environmental factors like day length, influence aggressive tendencies.
Science-Based Tools to Modulate Aggression00:26:35
Sunlight exposure, sauna use, and supplements like ashwagandha and acetyl-L-carnitine can help reduce aggression.
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