endorphin
noun
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The word endorphin was coined, back when the substances were discovered in the 1970s, by joining pieces of endogenous and morphine, morphine being a narcotic that closely resembles the endorphins and relieves pain in a similar way. Studies suggest that the pain-relieving practice called acupuncture works by releasing endorphins. Endorphins also seem to play an important role in pregnancy. Though much remains to be learned about the endorphins, the general public seems ready to give them credit for any all-natural high.
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Submerging for two to ten minutes in water around 50 degrees Fahrenheit can help reduce muscle soreness and inflammation, improve circulation, enhance your focus, and provide an endorphin rush.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 2 May 2025
Running can stimulate the release of endorphins and various neurotransmitters that in turn can boost your mood and make your feel more relaxed.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
Exercise: Exercise, such as walking or running, releases endorphins and provides opportunities to receive sensory input, which may help reduce the need for stimming in some people.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 17 Apr. 2025
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“Endorphin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/endorphin. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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