Rachel Wurzman
Neuroscientist | The Interpersonal Neurobiology of Connection
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Rachel Wurzman is a cognitive neuroscientist exploring the biological mechanisms behind human connection. As a research fellow at the University of Southern California, she studies how interpersonal interactions shape the brain and inform our behaviors.
Wurzman's TED talk on the neuroscience of empathy has been viewed over 1 million times, offering insights into the physiological foundations of social bonding. Her keynotes bridge cutting-edge research with practical strategies for strengthening personal and professional relationships.
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How isolation fuels opioid addiction
What do Tourette syndrome, heroin addiction and social media obsession all have in common? They converge in an area of the brain called the striatum, says neuroscientist Rachel Wurzman -- and this critical discovery could reshape our understanding of the opioid crisis. Sharing insights from her research, Wurzman shows how social isolation contributes to relapse and overdose rates and reveals how meaningful human connection could offer a potentially powerful source of recovery.
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