Mental disorders are highly complex and multifactorial in origin, comprising an elaborate
interplay of genetic and environmental factors. Epigenetic mechanisms such as DNA …

The association between systemic inflammation and cognitive deficits is well-documented.
Further, previous studies have shown that systemic inflammation levels increase with age …

The development of hypothalamic obesity (HO) following craniopharyngioma (CP) and other
suprasellar tumors leads to reduced patient quality of life. No treatment algorithms are …

Background The neuropeptide oxytocin regulates mammalian social behavior. Disruptions
in oxytocin signaling are a feature of many psychopathologies. One commonly studied …

The human oxytocin (OXT) system is implicated in the regulation of complex social
behaviors, as well as in psychopathologies characterized by social deficits. Emerging …

Introduction This study aims to enhance the understanding of the association between the
phenotypic and endophenotypic characteristics of impulsive-aggressive disorders, through …

Anxiety and mood disorders are prevalent, disabling, and frequently difficult to treat. Such
disorders are often comorbid and share similar characteristics. For more accurate diagnosis …

Oxytocin has been suggested as a potential therapeutic agent in autism and other
neuropsychiatric conditions. Although, the link between the deficit in “SH3 domain and …

There is emerging evidence implicating oxytocin receptor gene (OXTR) DNA methylation
(DNAm) in social behaviour. This review investigated its association with autism spectrum …

Oxytocin is a neuropeptide hormone which is involved in regulation of social behavior,
stress response, muscle contraction, and metabolism. Oxytocin signaling is dependent on its …