About The Study: This study found that intimate physical contact can reduce cortisol responses and, along with oxytocin administration, promote wound healing. These findings provide a foundation for future interventions that integrate relationship dynamics and neurohormonal modulation to improve health and recovery from illness.
Corresponding Authors: To contact the corresponding authors, email Beate Ditzen, PhD ( b.ditzen@psychologie.uzh.ch ) and Ekaterina Schneider, PhD ( e.schneider@psychologie.uzh.ch ).
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