Happy Hormones - The pineal gland-The third eye

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Streamed on 18 Aug, 2025, 07:00 PM

ABOUT THIS SESSION

In the first session of the Happy Hormones series, Dr. Sanjay Kalra will explore the fascinating role of the pineal gland, often referred to as the "third eye." Though small in size, this gland plays a vital part in regulating sleep, mood, and circadian rhythms through melatonin secretion. Blending ancient symbolism with modern science, Dr. Kalra will shed light on how the pineal gland influences both health and well-being.

Q&A

Serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin, and endorphins are called happy hormones because they regulate mood, reward, bonding, and stress resilience, all of which influence emotional, mental, and physical well-being.

Hormones are central to neuroendocrine regulation, linking the brain, glands, and body. Balanced secretion supports emotional stability, immunity, and cardiovascular and metabolic health.

Serotonin regulates mood, appetite, and circadian rhythm. Low level of serotonin is associated with depression and anxiety, making it essential for emotional balance.

Dopamine is known to drive motivation, reward, and learning. Dysregulation of dopamine levels plays a key role in developing addictive behaviors and psychiatric disorders, highlighting its importance in adaptive behavior.

Oxytocin, secreted by the hypothalamus and pituitary, helps facilitate trust, empathy, and maternal behaviors, earning it the title 'love hormone.'

Endorphins are endogenous opioids that modulate pain and stress. Their release during exercise or laughter induces euphoria and natural analgesia.

The brain-pituitary axis and peripheral glands, such as adrenal glands and gut enterochromaffin cells, play a critical role in hormone secretion and balance.

Yes. Exercise, sleep, sunlight exposure, social interaction, and balanced nutrition enhance secretion, while chronic stress and poor lifestyle reduce it.

Stress elevates cortisol, which suppresses serotonin and dopamine, reducing resilience and increasing risk of mood disorders.

Yes, therapies may include antidepressants (SSRIs), lifestyle interventions, or hormone-modulating treatments under medical supervision.

FACULTY

Dr. Sanjay Kalra

Consultant & Head,Treasurer, International Society of Endocrinology (ISE), Vice President, South Asian Obesity Forum (SOF) Bharti Hospital, Karnal, Haryana, India

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