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Oxytocin is released by the brain when a person is in a social setting. (Photo: Pixabay)

Oxytocin may actually enhance fear rather than love, says study

Study, conducted by University of California Davis, shows that oxytocin simply exaggerates whatever given interaction...

27 Sept 2017 10:28 AM IST

Oxytocin acts like a modulator in the brain, turning up the volume of certain stimuli while turning others down. (Photo: Pixabay)

'Love hormone' helps us understand social cues

Understanding oxytocin and molecules like it may shed light on a number of brain disorders.

22 Jan 2018 12:29 PM IST

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Love hormone is released during crisis

Some scientists believe it is released primarily to enhance a relationship.

15 Jun 2017 9:51 AM IST

Oxytocin is used to progress labour but it can have serious side effects such as cardiovascular problems or uterine rupture when used for too long (Photo: AFP)

'Love hormone' with less side effects developed

The downside to oxytocin is that it activates a number of receptors, some of which can lead to unwanted side effects.

13 Dec 2017 7:23 PM IST