How do parasites change our behaviour?

The biggest challenge in a parasite’s life is to move from one host to another. Interestingly, many parasites have evolved the ability to control their host's behaviour to improve their own survival -- sometimes even via the brain! Biologist, Jaap de Roode (Emory University) discusses a few parasites that can really mess with the mind.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g09BQes-B7E