Androgens are an important and diverse group of steroid hormone molecular species. They
play varied functional roles, such as the control of metabolic energy fate and partition, the …

With the growing involvement of fathers in childrearing and the application of neuroscientific
tools to research on parenting, there is a need to understand how a father's brain and …

Background The association between mode of delivery (MOD) and parent-infant-bonding
has only been studied in mothers and findings have been inconclusive. The aim of this study …

This paper delves into the concept of archetypes, universal patterns of behavior and
cognition, and proposes a novel tripartite model distinguishing between structural …

Problem Several maternity units worldwide have rapidly put in place changes to maternity
care pathways and restrictive preventive measures in the attempt to limit the spread of …

Abstract Background In Western countries, it is common practice for a woman to be
supported by a trusted person during childbirth, usually the other parent. Numerous studies …

Oxytocin (OT) plays a pivotal role in early parent–child relationship formation and bonding
that is critical for the social, cognitive, and emotional development of the child. Therefore …

This article introduces a review of research that has implemented oxytocin measurements in
different fluids such as plasma, cerebrospinal fluid, urine and, mainly, saliva. The main …

A series of studies have shown that mothers' early tactile behaviors have positive effects,
both on full-term and preterm infants, and on mothers alike. Regarding fathers, research has …

Background Extensive research has evaluated the involvement of the neuropeptide oxytocin
(OT) in human social behaviors, including parent-infant relationships. Studies have …