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Oxytocin

The “Love Hormone”

Oxytocin functions as both a neurotransmitter in the brain and a hormone in the bloodstream, playing a significant role in social bonding and physiological processes.

Role in the Brain

  • Enhances trust, empathy, and social connection.
  • Reinforces emotional memory and attachment.

Role in the Body

  • Stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth.
  • Facilitates breastfeeding by promoting milk ejection.

Functions in Daily Life

  • Strengthens emotional bonds between individuals, including romantic partners and family members.
  • Encourages prosocial behaviors like cooperation and kindness.
  • Reduces stress by lowering cortisol levels.

Therapeutic Potential

Oxytocin is being studied for its potential in treating conditions like anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorders, where social functioning is affected.

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