Neuropsychology of Poker - Part 3 Released
Learn why a healthy dopamine level is important for all poker players in the third part of Somnius' series: Neuropsychology of Poker. This article and video teaches you how to keep a disciplined behaviour and play tilt-free.
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In the second part of somnius' series, neuropsychology series, we found out what serotonin is and how your mood affects your play.
This week we take a look at the neurotransmitter called dopamine and how it helps mediate your mood and keep your cool after a bad beat.
Dopamine in poker
It's an all too familiar scene: making a bet you wish you hadn't, only to find your chips in the hands of the opponent, and leaving you on mega tilt. Dopamine is the powerhouse behind your mood, tension, energy levels and anxiety.
Did you know that the time of day, certain foods and stress can influence your play? Find out different ways and means to a healthy, balanced level that will improve your game.
Article or video - you decide
There are two ways through which you can study the "Neuropsychology of Poker" series: You can either watch the video or read the article that Somnius provided below. Both are available for members with 
Gold status and above. The recommended course of action is certainly studying both.
Read the article:
ARTICLE: Dopamine, Energy and Focus Neuropsychology of Poker (3) (Gold)
Watch the video:
VIDEO: Dopamine, Energy and Focus Neuropsychology of Poker (3) (Gold)
If you want to find out more about Somnius, take a another look at the interview we published a short while back.
