A Computational and Neural Model for Mood Dynamics at Santa Fe Institute, New Mexico
A Computational and Neural Model for Mood Dynamics
John Krakauer presented research on the science of happiness and depression. Using smartphone-based data collection and neuroimaging, his team explored how daily experiences shape overall well-being. We discussed links between happiness, brain activity, and dopamine levels. He also shared insights on major depression, using computational models to analyze decision-making and the mood-behavior relationship in depressed individuals. The talk highlighted the importance of happiness as a societal metric and offered new perspectives on understanding and potentially treating depression.