Dogs Are More Social with Oxytocin
About Oxytocin Produced naturally by the brain, oxytocin is a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland. It has been given many different names. It is called the love hormone, cuddle chemical, bliss hormone and trust hormone. The production of oxytocin causes several effects in the body, including affecting the uterus and breast milk. It is also released into different parts of the brain which are associated with emotional, cognitive and social behaviors. Researchers are beginning to discover how oxytocin affects behavior, including how it affects love. Thus far, scientific research has shown that oxytocin has the ability to affect how mothers bond with their children, how couples bond with each… Read More Continue Reading