Overview of the Lab

Why is it that our social relationships have such a profound impact on our emotional and physical well-being? Why does feeling connected to those we love feel so good, whereas feeling estranged from them cause so much pain? In my laboratory, we use behavioral, physiological, and neuroimaging techniques to understand how our need for social connection has left its mark on our minds, brains, and bodies.

Director:

Naomi Eisenberger Department of Psychology, UCLA 4444 Franz Hall Box 951563 Los Angeles, CA 90095-1563 Phone: 310.267.5196 Email: neisenbe@ucla.edu