Oxytocin is a hormone that is known as the “love hormone”. Oxytocin is released when acts of love and bonding occurs such as hugging. Oxytocin is secreted in high levels during breastfeeding and in relationships. Doctors started to prescribe oxytocin to children with autism, schizophrenia and social anxiety disorders. Oxytocin can change the intensity of the reaction but it would not be able to turn it on or off. Evidence has shown that women with high maternal care and strong relationships has shown high levels of oxytocin. Also there is a high level of oxytocin in women in depressive states and distressed relationships.
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