The Neuroscience of Pleasure in Pole Dance

In this episode of 'Science of Slink,' Dr. Rosy Boa delves into the neuroscience behind pleasure, particularly in the context of dance. She explains the hedonic system, how pleasure systems function, and the specific attributes that make dance so enjoyable. Dr. Boa also shares practical takeaways for dancers to enhance their pleasure in dancing, and announces upcoming Q&A episodes. Chapters: 01:16 Understanding Pleasure Systems 02:36 The Neuroscience of Pleasure 12:57 Pleasure and Dance 19:30 Practical Takeaways for Dancers 22:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Citations Berridge, K. C., & Kringelbach, M. L. (2015). Pleasure systems in the brain. Neuron, 86(3), 646-664. Kringelbach, M. L., & Berridge, K. C. (2017). The affective core of emotion: Linking pleasure, subjective well-being, and optimal metastability in the brain. Emotion Review, 9(3), 191-199. Poikonen, H., Toiviainen, P., & Tervaniemi, M. (2016). Early auditory processing in musicians and dancers during a contemporary dance piece. Scientific Reports, 6(1), 33056. Vander Elst, O. F., Vuust, P., & Kringelbach, M. L. (2021). Sweet anticipation and positive emotions in music, groove, and dance. Current Opinion in Behavioral Sciences, 39, 79-84.