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Peptide hormone and neuropeptide
Oxytocin is a peptide hormone and neuropeptide normally produced in the hypothalamus and released by the posterior pituitary. Present in animals since
Oxytocin
Genes on human chromosome 3
The oxytocin receptor, also known as OXTR, is a protein which functions as receptor for the hormone and neurotransmitter oxytocin. In humans, the oxytocin
Oxytocin_receptor
Medication made from the peptide oxytocin
Synthetic oxytocin, sold under the brand name Pitocin among others, is a medication made from the peptide oxytocin. As a medication, it is used to cause
Oxytocin_(medication)
Release of milk from the mammary glands
is the maintenance of milk production. This stage requires prolactin. Oxytocin is critical for the milk let-down reflex in response to suckling. Galactorrhea
Lactation
2021 song by Billie Eilish
"Oxytocin" is a song by American singer-songwriter Billie Eilish from her second studio album, Happier Than Ever, released on July 30, 2021, through Darkroom
Oxytocin_(song)
Pharmaceutical compound
KNX-100, also known as synthetic oxytocin-like compound 1 (SOC-1), is a small-molecule oxytocin-like drug or indirect oxytocin receptor modulator acting as
KNX-100
Human sexual practice
oxytocin and prolactin. Besides creating maternal feelings, it also decreases a woman's anxiety and increases feelings of bonding and trust. Oxytocin
Nipple_stimulation
Mammalian hormone released from the pituitary gland
neurons that secrete oxytocin, and are similar in many respects. The similarity of the two peptides can cause some cross-reactions: oxytocin has a slight antidiuretic
Vasopressin
and tactile stimulation. A commonly mentioned hormone in parenting is oxytocin, however many other hormones relay key information that results in variations
Endocrinology_of_parenting
Time taken for a drug to halve its concentration in blood plasma
intranasal oxytocin has a central duration of at least 2.25 hours and as long as 4 hours. In likely relation to this fact, endogenous oxytocin concentrations
Biological_half-life
Chemical compound
An oxytocin receptor agonist is a compound that acts as an agonist of the oxytocin receptor. They include peptides like oxytocin and carbetocin and small-molecules
Oxytocin_receptor_agonist
Evolution and neuroscience of romantic love
anthropology, and neuroscience. Neurochemicals and hormones, such as dopamine and oxytocin, are studied along with a variety of interrelated brain systems (including
Biology_of_romantic_love
Sexual behavior of non-human animals
correlate positively with levels of oxytocin. As the level of oxytocin increases so does sexual motivation. While oxytocin plays a major role in parent child
Animal_sexual_behaviour
Desire to treat cute things aggressively
second after seeing a baby face. The interaction between the neurohormones oxytocin and vasopressin offer proximate explanations for why cute stimuli can elicit
Cute_aggression
Medical test on pregnant women
or IV pitocin (oxytocin) is used to stimulate uterine contractions. This is a procedure that relies on endogenous release of oxytocin following nipple
Contraction_stress_test
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
Oxytocin/neurophysin I prepropeptide is a protein that in humans is encoded by the OXT gene. This gene encodes a precursor protein that is processed to
Oxytocin/neurophysin I prepropeptide
Oxytocin/neurophysin_I_prepropeptide
Combination drug
Oxytocin/ergometrine (trade name Syntometrine) is an obstetric combination drug. The components are synthetically produced oxytocin, a human hormone produced
Oxytocin/ergometrine
Role of neurobiology in human attachment
dopamine with oxytocin is proposed to link the rewarding sensation (dopamine) with the specific social stimuli of the partner (oxytocin), enabling the
Biology_of_human_bonding
Medication causing uterine contraction
G-protein pathway stemming from the oxytocin receptor (OXTR), the binding and activation site of oxytocin. When oxytocin binds to its associated receptors
Uterotonic
Psychiatric condition
personality disorder, and certain other personality disorders. Oxytocin receptor agonists, like oxytocin and LIT-001, are of theoretical interest in the potential
Social_disorder
Chemical compound
In domestic mammals, it is produced by the uterus when stimulated by oxytocin, in the event that there has been no implantation during the luteal phase
Prostaglandin_F2alpha
Recovery period after orgasm before another is possible
the hormone oxytocin during ejaculation is believed to be chiefly responsible for the male refractory period, and the amount by which oxytocin is increased
Refractory_period_(sex)
Posterior lobe of the pituitary gland
pituitary, and serve as a site for the secretion of neurohypophysial hormones (oxytocin and vasopressin) directly into the blood. The hypothalamic–neurohypophyseal
Posterior_pituitary
American biochemist and Nobel laureate (1901–1978)
a polypeptide hormone," a reference to his work on the peptide hormone oxytocin. Vincent du Vigneaud was born in Chicago in 1901. Of French descent, he
Vincent_du_Vigneaud
Liberality in giving
on individuals' generosity, potential links with neurochemicals such as oxytocin, and generosity's relationship with similar feelings such as empathy. The
Generosity
Artificial stimulation of childbirth
treatment alone, or with a combination of prostaglandin and intravenous oxytocin treatment. Commonly accepted medical reasons for induction include: Postterm
Labor_induction
Small-molecule oxytocin receptor agonist
LIT-001 is a small-molecule oxytocin receptor agonist and vasopressin receptor mixed agonist and antagonist that was first described in the literature
LIT-001
Process of development of a close, interpersonal relationship
study tested blood levels and noticed a rise in oxytocin in humans and animals which participated; oxytocin has the ability to lower stress, heart rate,
Human_bonding
American neuroeconomist
2012 by Dutton. The book summarizes his findings on oxytocin and discusses the role of oxytocin in human experiences and behaviors such as empathy, altruism
Paul_J._Zak
Class of psychoactive drugs that produce empathic experiences
selective oxytocin receptor antagonist L-368899 abolished MDMA-induced prosocial behavior. Conversely, in other studies, different oxytocin receptor antagonists
Entactogen
Oxytocin (OT) has potential to be a treatment for postpartum depression (PPD)[1]. Oxytocin is released when a mother cares for her child, making the interaction
Oxytocin treatment for postpartum depression
Oxytocin_treatment_for_postpartum_depression
Intense physical sensation of sexual release
typically a relaxing experience due to the release of the neurohormones oxytocin and prolactin, as well as endorphins (or "endogenous morphine"). Human
Orgasm
is influenced by hormones such as testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, oxytocin, and vasopressin. In most mammalian species, sex hormones control the ability
Effects of hormones on sexual motivation
Effects_of_hormones_on_sexual_motivation
American neuroscientist
Marlin's graduate work uncovered the fundamental role for the hormone oxytocin in maternal behavior, for which she was awarded the Donald B. Lindsley
Bianca_Jones_Marlin
Medication used for preventing postpartum bleeding
particularly following Cesarean section. It appears to work as well as oxytocin. Due to it being less economical than other options, use is not recommended
Carbetocin
relevant stimuli. Oxytocin is a hormone, traditionally known for its role in female reproduction. Studies have increasingly shown that oxytocin also has a role
Social_salience
Chemical compound
known as desaminooxytocin, deaminooxytocin, 1-(3-mercaptopropanoic acid)oxytocin, and [Mpa1]OT) is an oxytocic peptide drug that is used to induce labor
Demoxytocin
Biological differences between men and women in human relationships
neuropeptides and neural circuits, such as those involving the hormones oxytocin (OT) and arginine vasopressin (AVP). Research suggests these neuropeptides
Sexual dimorphism in human bonding
Sexual_dimorphism_in_human_bonding
Psychological bias towards favoring members of one's in-group
and review of the effect of oxytocin on social behavior done by Carsten De Dreu, the research reviewed shows that oxytocin enables the development of trust
In-group_favoritism
Sexual activity between women
the production and release of oxytocin and prolactin. During the stimulation of the nipples, large amounts of oxytocin are released, which would normally
Sexual practices between women
Sexual_practices_between_women
Human hormones produced during pregnancy
gonadotropin (hCG), progesterone, estrogen, human placental lactogen (hPL), and oxytocin. Hormones are synthesized in certain organs, including the ovaries, placenta
Pregnancy_hormones
Structures in the pituitary gland
locations. They are neurosecretory terminals. Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) and oxytocin are both stored in Herring bodies, but are not stored simultaneously in
Herring_bodies
Chemical compound
the brand name Tractocile among others, is an inhibitor of the hormones oxytocin and vasopressin. It is used as an intravenous medication as a labour repressant
Atosiban
Part of the female reproductive tract
Preeclampsia Eclampsia Childbirth Midwifery Preterm birth Multiple births Oxytocin Obstructed labor Cesarian section Retained placenta Obstetrical fistulae
Vagina
Contraction of the uterus
of childbirth. The hormone oxytocin has been identified as inducing uterine contractions, and labour in general. Oxytocin is produced by the body naturally
Uterine_contraction
Loss of blood following childbirth
the medication oxytocin to stimulate the uterus to contract shortly after the baby is born. Misoprostol may be used instead of oxytocin in resource-poor
Postpartum_bleeding
American biologist and behavioral neurobiologist
Carter's research focuses on neuropeptide and steroid hormones, including oxytocin, vasopressin, corticotropin-releasing hormone, and estrogen. Her research
C._Sue_Carter
Endocrine gland of the brain
ADH), uterine contraction during labor and human attachment (by secreting oxytocin). The anterior pituitary synthesizes and secretes hormones. All releasing
Pituitary_gland
Brain changes in male parent
involved are not fully understood. Oxytocin is associated with behaviors involving contact with the child. Increases in oxytocin following high contact interactions
Paternal_brain
Conclusion of the human pregnancy
abundance of oxytocin, a hormone that is known to evoke feelings of contentment, reductions in anxiety, and feelings of calmness. Oxytocin is further released
Childbirth
Agents that reduce the excretion of urine, most notably the octapeptide vasopressins
antidiuretics are antidiuretic hormone (ADH; also called vasopressin) and oxytocin. Antidiuretic hormones are present in high concentrations under conditions
Antidiuretic
Concept of personality states ranging from imaginative to psychotic
schizotypy has been criticized. Evidence for oxytocin's role in schizotypy includes genes associated with higher oxytocin levels being associated with higher levels
Schizotypy
Manner in which humans engage sexually
postcoital period. From a biochemical perspective, sex causes the release of oxytocin and endorphins and boosts the immune system. People engage in sexual activity
Human_sexual_activity
Investigational pervasive developmental disorder drugs
weak psychedelic hallucinogen Oxytocin (intranasal potentiated oxytocin; TI-001, TI-114, TNX-1900, TNX-2900) – oxytocin receptor agonist Pitolisant (Wakix;
List of investigational autism and pervasive developmental disorder drugs
List_of_investigational_autism_and_pervasive_developmental_disorder_drugs
Medication injected into the epidural space of the spine
Without Oxytocin, but Not Oxytocin Alone, Administered During Birth Disturbs Infant Pre-feeding and Sucking Behaviors and Maternal Oxytocin Levels in
Epidural_administration
Cycle of uterine contractions
The posterior pituitary releases oxytocin due to increased firing in the hypothalamo-hypophyseal tract. Oxytocin acts on the myometrium, on receptors
Ferguson_reflex
Medical condition
People with central diabetes insipidus also show oxytocin deficiency and have greatly blunted oxytocin increases and entactogenic effects with MDMA. The
Central_diabetes_insipidus
Psychoactive drug, often called ecstasy
well as 5-HT1A receptor-mediated oxytocin release and consequent activation of the oxytocin receptor. The role of oxytocin in the effects of MDMA was demonstrated
MDMA
Loss of tone in the uterine musculature
inversion, the use of magnesium sulfate infusions, and extended use of oxytocin. Uterine distention caused by things like more than one fetus present,
Uterine_atony
Delivery through the vagina
induction of labor. Pitocin, a synthetic version of oxytocin, is often administered to induce labour. Oxytocin is a natural hormone and a uterotonic agent which
Vaginal_delivery
Form of endearment
hugs increase levels of oxytocin and reduce blood pressure. Research indicates that a 20-second-or-longer hug releases oxytocin. Hugging can also buffer
Hug
Chemical compound
Retosiban also known as GSK-221,149-A is an oral drug which acts as an oxytocin receptor antagonist. It is being developed by GlaxoSmithKline for the treatment
Retosiban
Breakdown in empathy
to temporary changes in oxytocin levels, the influence of oxytocin on empathic responses may also be influenced by an oxytocin receptor gene polymorphism
Empathy_gap
Moldovan-born American researcher (born 1986)
American scientist, who is known for his research on the link between oxytocin and kindness, and for having developed the app that allowed Cambridge Analytica
Aleksandr_Kogan_(scientist)
Branch of biology studying interactions between the nervous and endocrine systems
posterior pituitary is directly innervated by the hypothalamus; the hormones oxytocin and vasopressin are synthesized by neuroendocrine cells in the hypothalamus
Neuroendocrinology
Carrier protein for oxytocin and vasopressin
Neurophysins are carrier proteins which transport the hormones oxytocin and vasopressin to the posterior pituitary from the paraventricular and supraoptic
Neurophysins
Process of developing strong feelings of attachment and love
Two chemical reactions associated with falling in love are increases in oxytocin and vasopressin; and Elisabeth Young-Bruehl has suggested that "when we
Falling_in_love
Part of the female primate torso that has mammary glands
by the suckling of her baby, the mother's brain secretes oxytocin. High levels of oxytocin trigger the contraction of muscle cells surrounding the alveoli
Breast
Area of the brain below the thalamus
supraoptic nucleus of the hypothalamus produce neurohypophysial hormones, oxytocin and vasopressin. These hormones are released into the blood in the posterior
Hypothalamus
Therapy for people in a couple relationship
using oxytocin during therapy sessions, although this is still largely experimental and somewhat controversial. Some researchers have argued oxytocin has
Couples_therapy
ADH-secreting nucleus of the hypothalamus
is also known as anti-diuretic hormone (ADH), and the peptide hormone oxytocin. Both of these peptides are released from the posterior pituitary. ADH
Supraoptic_nucleus
Term in psychology referring to the experience of feeling close and connected to others
discovered that administering oxytocin to prairie voles would accelerate their monogamous pair-bonding behavior. Oxytocin has also been found to play many
Social_connection
Protein family
functionally related peptide hormones. Their representatives in humans are oxytocin and vasopressin. They are named after the location of their release into
Neurohypophysial_hormone
Collective forgetting by a group of people
"familiar" mice." The role of oxytocin in the amygdala in facilitating social recognition and bonding as well as how oxytocin receptor antagonists might
Social_amnesia
Psychological phenomenon
inhibitory effect of oxytocin on the HPA axis. Oxytocin is also involved in the behavioral side of social buffering. Oxytocin's role in bonding means
Social_buffering
Chemical compound
motility. It also inhibits the peripheral, though not central secretion of oxytocin and vasopressin in rats. U-50,488 The dichloro analog is called spiradoline
U-69,593
Short chains of 2–50 amino acids
acids (e.g., angiotensin II). A nonapeptide has nine amino acids (e.g., oxytocin). A decapeptide has ten amino acids (e.g., gonadotropin-releasing hormone
Peptide
Pharmaceutical company
developer called Retrophin: an intranasal formulation of ketamine, an oxytocin nasal solution, and Vecamyl. The company acquired the US marketing rights
Vyera_Pharmaceuticals
Ejection of the placenta from the uterus after childbirth
prostaglandin F2α, which abolishes the progesterone block, lowers the oxytocin receptor threshold, and increases expression of relaxin, stretching the
Placental_expulsion
Sexual practice
emotionally taxing, with intense releases of hormones such as dopamine and oxytocin. During sex, these hormones and emotions can heighten pleasure and the
Aftercare_(BDSM)
Initiation of breast milk production
crying of a baby can promote the rapid increase of maternal oxytocin. During breastfeeding, oxytocin triggers the ejection of milk by contracting the myoepithelium
Establishment of breastfeeding
Establishment_of_breastfeeding
Hormone-producing glands of a body
autonomic intervention. The magnocellular is involved in the expression of oxytocin or vasopressin. The main role of the anterior pituitary gland is to produce
Endocrine_system
Contractions of the pelvic muscles surrounding the vagina
both the activity of certain brain regions and the release of the hormone oxytocin. It has been suggested that vaginal contractions during orgasm can increase
Vaginal_contraction
Pharmaceutical compound
NP-1031 is an oxytocin receptor modulator which is under development for the treatment of Prader–Willi syndrome. Its route of administration has not been
NP-1031
American neuroscientist (born 1951)
Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. He is best known for research on oxytocin and vasopressin, two peptide hormones implicated in complex social behaviors
Thomas_R._Insel
Canadian scientist
focused on the molecular mechanisms of oxytocin and oxytocin receptor gene expression and the mechanisms of oxytocin-mediated intracellular signalling. His
Hans_Zingg
Lack of physical touch in a person's life
signals from the skin to the vagus nerve which triggers the release of oxytocin, serotonin, and dopamine in the brain. This in turn helps to reduce stress
Touch_starvation
Excessive dilation of the pupil
norepinephrine, which is how they induce mydriasis. Natural release of the hormone oxytocin can cause the pupils to dilate to a greater degree to stimulus but perhaps
Mydriasis
Circumstance of death
Sexual intimacy, as well as orgasms, increases levels of the hormone oxytocin, also known as "the love hormone", which helps people bond and build trust
Death_during_consensual_sex
Relationship between mother and child
Production of oxytocin during childbirth and lactation increases parasympathetic activity. Thus, anxiety is theoretically reduced. Maternal oxytocin circulation
Maternal_bond
Biological term
dopamine-mediated reward pathway. Peptide arginine vasopressin (AVP), dopamine, and oxytocin act in this region to coordinate rewarding activities such as mating, and
Pair_bond
Pharmaceutical compound
Nonproprietary Name; developmental code names IX-01 and PF-3274167) is an oxytocin receptor antagonist which is or was under development for the treatment
Cligosiban
Medical condition
prolonged labor, but there are preventive measures that can be taken, such as oxytocin infusions. In order to properly and safely deliver the baby, doctors will
Prolonged_labor
Penetrative sexual activity for reproduction or sexual pleasure
increase levels of the hormone oxytocin (also known as "the love hormone"), which can help people bond and build trust. Oxytocin is believed to have a more
Sexual_intercourse
Measurable indicators of diabetes
insulin-sensitizing properties (irisin, omentin, oxytocin) -Biomarkers of metabolic dysfunction (HGF, Nesfatin and Betatrophin) Oxytocin (OXT), a hormone most commonly
Biomarkers_of_diabetes
Animal behavior in response to threat
preferences. Oxytocin is released in humans in response to a broad array of stressors, especially those that may trigger affiliative needs. Oxytocin promotes
Tend_and_befriend
Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens
45% sequence identity with rat AVPR1A, human AVPR2, rat AVPR2, and human oxytocin receptor (OXTR), respectively. AVPR1A is a G-protein coupled receptor (GPCR)
Vasopressin_receptor_1A
Lower part of the uterus in the female reproductive system
649692. S2CID 143550619. Borrow AP, Cameron NM (March 2012). "The role of oxytocin in mating and pregnancy". Hormones and Behavior. 61 (3): 266–276. doi:10
Cervix
granule protease cleaving pro-oxytocin/neurophysin, pro-oxytocin/neurophysin convertase, prooxyphysin proteinase, pro-oxytocin convertase) is an enzyme. This
Magnolysin
Psychological or sexual drive or energy
preferentially activate brain oxytocin systems to produce their characteristic prosocial and prosexual effects. Oxytocin interacts with the mesolimbic
Libido
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English : variant spelling of Jeffrey.
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