Psychology & Psychiatry

Sobering effect of the love hormone (w/ Video)

Oxytocin, sometimes referred to as the 'love' or 'cuddle' hormone, has a legendary status in popular culture due to its vital role in social and sexual behaviour and long-term bonding.

Psychology & Psychiatry

Hormone level predicts how the brain processes social information

The hormone oxytocin is made at different levels in different people and it plays a role in regulating social behavior. A new University of Virginia study involving brain imaging finds that people with naturally higher levels ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

A better judge of character with oxytocin nasal spray?

(Medical Xpress) -- In other contexts, oxytocin is already well-known as the “bliss hormone”. The hormone is secreted upon stimulation by touch and is known to result in a feeling of calm and physical relaxation. ...

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