oxytocic

Meanings

• noun

  A hormone and neuropeptide that plays a role in social bonding, sexual reproduction, and childbirth.

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oxytocic , oxytocics

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Etymology

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Derived from the Greek words 'oxys' meaning sharp and 'tocos' meaning swift, referring to the quick onset of labor that oxytocin triggers.

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1. Oxytocin was first discovered in 1906 by Henry Dale and Norman Harris, but its role in social bonding wasn't fully understood until more recent research.

2. Oxytocin is sometimes used as a treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and autism to help improve social functioning and reduce anxiety.

3. Oxytocin is not only released during childbirth but also during orgasm, suggesting its role in sexual pleasure and bonding.

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1. oxytocin receptors: Cells that bind oxytocin and facilitate its biological effects, primarily located in the hypothalamus and pituitary gland.

2. oxytocin release: The process by which oxytocin is secreted from the posterior pituitary gland in response to various stimuli, such as childbirth, breastfeeding, or social bonding.

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Oxytocin has been studied extensively in the context of social bonding and has been referred to as the 'love hormone' due to its role in promoting feelings of trust, attachment, and love.

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