This is what happens to the human brain when watching football matches

2024-11-14 2024-11-14T08:38:07Z
ندى ماهر عبدربه
ندى ماهر عبدربه
صانعة مُحتوى

Arab Weather - A specialist doctor revealed the effect of watching football matches on the human brain, as fans experience a strong emotional reaction, especially in major tournaments; which makes them scream and cry and their heartbeats increase in feelings that may be difficult to explain.

In this article we will explain to you the reason:

Mirror neurons explain fans' reactions to players' emotions

The American expert points to the role of mirror neurons, which are cells that help humans perceive the feelings of others. In the case of matches, these cells act as a mirror that reflects the feelings of the players to the fans, making them feel as if they share the players’ feelings despite the difference in locations between the stands and the green rectangle.

Can a fan feel a player's pain?

Although fans identify with the players' feelings, mirror neurons cannot transmit actual physical pain. No matter how sympathetic a fan is, he will not be able to feel the pain of an injured player.

When the match ends, the brain reacts based on the result, with joy and euphoria prevailing when winning, while discontent and resentment set in when losing. These feelings are controlled by chemicals known as neurotransmitters, which the brain secretes to control mood, with hormones also playing a role in this process.

Dopamine and cortisol are hormones of victory and defeat.

According to psychologist Richard Schuster, when a person's team wins, the brain secretes the neurotransmitter dopamine, which increases the level of happiness. However, in the event of a defeat, the brain secretes the hormone cortisol, which is associated with anxiety and stress, and serotonin production may decrease, which makes the fan more susceptible to anxiety and depression.

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This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.
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