Oxytocin has gained its reputation as the 'love hormone' for its role in regulating prosocial behaviors like empathy, trust, and bonding. However, in reality, its role isn't so simple. The ...

Recent research suggests that biological rhythms may exert a subtle yet powerful influence on male consumer behavior. A study ...

Studies have long suggested that oxytocin -- a hormone that can also act as a neurotransmitter -- regulates prosocial behavior such as empathy, trust and bonding, which led to its popular labeling as ...

The project, funded by the inaugural Trinity-SwRI Research Collaboration Program, is developing a formulation for intranasal ...

If you’ve ever felt better after getting a hug from someone you love or petting your dog, you’re no stranger to the oxytocin effect. Many people are craving that calming sensation, given the constant ...

Remember when laughter was supposed to be the best medicine? Now a team of scientists has found that physical intimacy may speed up healing. It’s well-established that marital conflict can adversely ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . During reproductive transitions, high levels of oxytocin may protect against negative mood effects due to sleep ...

Researchers have discovered gender-based differences in response to therapeutic oxytocin treatment in cocaine-addicted individuals with a history of childhood trauma. Oxytocin has been shown ...

The findings of the study show that oxytocin produced in the BNST increases stress-induced social anxiety behaviors in mice. This may provide an explanation as to why oxytocin can sometimes have ...