The neuropeptides oxytocin (OXT) and arginine vasopressin (AVP) are evolutionarily highly
conserved mediators in the regulation of complex social cognition and behaviour. Recent …

A conceptual model detailing the process of bio-behavioral synchrony between the online
physiological and behavioral responses of attachment partners during social contact is …

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The author reviews evidence that hypothalamic release (or infusion) of the neuropeptide
oxytocin modulates the regulation of cooperation and conflict among humans because of …

BACKGROUND: Research in mammals has demonstrated the involvement of oxytocin (OT)
in social bond formation; yet, its role in human bonding remains unclear. Plasma OT has …

The Handbook of Moral Development is the definitive source of theory and research on the
development of morality. Since the publication of the first edition, ground-breaking …

Behavioral neuroscientists have shown that the neuropeptide oxytocin (OT) plays a key role
in social attachment and affiliation in nonhuman mammals. Inspired by this initial research …

The neuropeptide oxytocin has had key roles throughout mammalian evolution in the
regulation of complex social cognition and behaviors, such as attachment, parental care …

Human beings are an incredibly social species and along with eusocial insects engage in
the largest cooperative living groups in the planet's history. Twin and family studies suggest …

In humans, the neuropeptide oxytocin plays a critical role in social and emotional behavior.
The actions of this molecule are dependent on a protein that acts as its receptor, which is …