A new study confirms that oxytocin selectively increases trusting behavior in men with a low disposition to trust, regardless of their trust scores. The hormone's effect persists even after controlling for personality traits, suggesting that oxytocin may intensify the expectation of cooperation and reduce fear of being cheated.
SourceUniversity of Zurich·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateAug 12, 2026
Researchers found that live sporting events stimulate oxytocin dynamics, leading to increased heart-rate synchrony among casual spectators. This physiological response is linked to greater enjoyment, unity with players and spectators, immersion, and intention to reattend future events.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalTranslational Psychiatry·DateJul 26, 2026
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The ECE 2026 brings together researchers and clinicians to share the latest endocrine research and developments. Key sessions include Plenaries, Symposia, Awards, Meet the Experts, Debates, and Oral Communications.
SourceEuropean Society of Endocrinology·DateMay 8, 2026
A new study by researchers at UZH's Institute of Evolutionary Medicine found that oxytocin levels increase during football matches, particularly against familiar rivals. The study suggests that oxytocin plays a key role in team dynamics and group boundaries, potentially promoting cooperation and cohesion.
SourceUniversity of Zurich·JournalProceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·TypeObservational study·DateMay 6, 2026
The European Society of Endocrinology organizes World Hormone Day to educate the public about hormone-related health issues. Global endocrine disorders affect millions worldwide, emphasizing the need for proper hormone balance.
Researchers have identified a molecular mechanism that regulates the slow and sustained release of oxytocin within the brain, which is essential for modulating social interactions. This finding provides new insights into how hormonal signaling is regulated in the brain and opens avenues for research into neuropsychiatric disorders.
SourceUniversidad Miguel Hernandez de Elche·JournalCommunications Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 19, 2026
A study published in Progress in Neurobiology found that synthetic oxytocin carbetocin can prevent anxiety-related behaviors in laboratory rats exposed to social stress. The researchers observed that carbetocin had a preventive effect on anxiety without having direct anxiolytic effects.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalProgress in Neurobiology·DateFeb 10, 2026
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A large-scale Japanese cohort study and mouse experiments reveal that maternal perinatal depression increases autistic-related traits in toddlers, with a particularly strong impact on girls. The findings suggest a sex-specific neurobiological pathway underlying these effects.
SourceTohoku University·JournalMolecular Psychiatry·DateFeb 5, 2026
A new study suggests that hair oxytocin levels can reflect the emotional connection between parents and young children. Higher maternal oxytocin levels were associated with higher-quality emotional interaction between mother and child, while children's hair oxytocin levels were higher than those of their mothers.
SourceBen-Gurion University of the Negev·JournalEuropean Neuropsychopharmacology·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 4, 2026
A new protocol models alcoholism in mice and shows that stimulating the FGF21-oxytocin-dopamine system with rare sugars can reduce alcohol consumption. The researchers believe that this system may play a role in regulating subconscious information processing, leading to effective dietary therapy for reducing over-drinking.
SourceKyoto University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 12, 2026
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Researchers are formulating and evaluating an intranasal oxytocin delivery system to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The project aims to enhance the efficacy and palatability of existing treatments, expanding on prior research that explored using oxytocin to treat alcoholism.
A new study published in Gut Microbes reveals that married individuals with higher perceived emotional support have a lower body mass index and fewer food addiction behaviors. The study found that oxytocin pathways linking the brain, gut microbiome, and eating behaviors play a crucial role in shaping obesity risk.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalGut Microbes·DateDec 4, 2025
The European Society of Endocrinology is launching a new campaign to raise awareness about the importance of hormone health. The #BecauseHormonesMatter initiative aims to improve public understanding of hormones and promote practical steps for better hormone health, following the success of last year's campaign.
A study found that intimate physical contact reduces cortisol responses, while oxytocin administration promotes wound healing. This integration of relationship dynamics and neurohormonal modulation may lead to future interventions for improved health and recovery.
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The European Society of Endocrinology has released the EndoCompass Research Roadmap, a major new initiative to align research efforts and improve funding strategies for hormone-related health challenges. The roadmap identifies specific research needs across eight endocrine specialties and five cross-cutting areas.
SourceEuropean Society of Endocrinology·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateOct 17, 2025
The review synthesizes clinical evidence on MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), autism spectrum disorder, eating disorders, and existential distress. It identifies consistent patterns across diverse clinical applications and highlights the therapeutic potential of MDMA, including its oxytocin-mediated ...
SourceGenomic Press·JournalPsychedelics·TypeLiterature review·DateOct 14, 2025
Researchers found that a combination of oxytocin and an Alk5 inhibitor significantly extended the lifespan and healthspan of frail, elderly male mice, but not female mice. This dual-drug approach reduced chronic inflammation and tissue damage, leading to improved physical endurance and memory in males.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeNews article·DateOct 1, 2025
Researchers found oxytocin release in the orbitofrontal cortex is linked to empathetic responses and stabilizes reciprocal cooperation in rats. Oxytocin-deficient rats exhibited increased 'free-riding' behavior, suggesting a key internal mechanism in cooperative behavior.
SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 16, 2025
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Researchers found that breast milk components like melatonin and cortisol vary over the course of the day. Labeling expressed milk as 'morning,' 'afternoon,' or 'evening' could help align feeding times with circadian signals, supporting infant sleep and immune development.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Nutrition·TypeObservational study·DateSep 5, 2025
A study by Steve Chang explores how oxytocin influences brain activity to shape social behavior in rhesus monkeys. The researchers found that oxytocin increased activity in the basolateral amygdala and anterior cingulate cortex when monkeys were socially motivated, maintaining beneficial decisions and social task behavior.
SourceSociety for Neuroscience·JournalJNeurosci·DateAug 11, 2025
Researchers found that repeated tickling increases oxytocin receptor expression in a rat brain region, mediating social bond formation across species. Pleasant tactile stimulation drives affinity-like behavior, indicating the formation of social bonds.
SourceOkayama University·JournalCurrent Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 22, 2025
A study found that satisfying intimate relationships and general social support can reduce cognitive problems experienced by breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. The research suggests that couples therapy could be a helpful option for partnered patients, while oxytocin levels decreased significantly during treatment.
SourceOhio State University·JournalPsychoneuroendocrinology·DateApr 29, 2025
Researchers found that rats are more likely to aid distressed peers if they have previous positive social interactions with them. Helper rats showed increased activity in brain regions associated with empathy and motivation compared to less helpful rats. Oxytocin signaling may play a role in motivating rats to care for others.
SourceSociety for Neuroscience·JournalJNeurosci·DateApr 28, 2025
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Researchers have found that mice can instinctively exhibit rescue-like behavior toward anesthetized conspecifics without prior training or external rewards. Oxytocin neurons in the paraventricular nucleus are activated when detecting distress signals, releasing OXT and coordinating emotional and motor responses.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeMeta-analysis·DateApr 23, 2025
Researchers found that oxytocin receptors were more abundant in egalitarian lemur species, contributing to reduced aggression and increased harmony. The findings could shed light on the role of hormones in shaping behavior in humans and other animals.
SourceDuke University·JournalBiology Letters·TypeImaging analysis·DateApr 21, 2025
A new study reveals that dance can facilitate emotional expression and foster social bonds, creating a powerful buffer against stress. By incorporating dance into weekly routines, individuals can enhance their resilience and improve overall wellbeing.
SourceUniversity of Surrey·JournalPsychology of Sport and Exercise·TypeObservational study·DateMar 19, 2025
A new study by UCL researchers found that the oxytocin system is affected in breastfeeding mothers with postnatal depression. Oxytocin levels in breast milk were reduced in mothers experiencing depression after using a nasal spray containing the hormone.
SourceUniversity College London·JournalPsychoneuroendocrinology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 14, 2025
A new study in rodents reveals that oxytocin can delay an embryo's development for days to weeks after conception, a phenomenon known as diapause. This finding may offer new insights into pregnancy and fertility issues faced by humans.
SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·JournalScience Advances·DateMar 5, 2025
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A Dartmouth-led study reveals that pregnant individuals with no emotional support during childbirth experience higher levels of perceived stress, comparable to a C-section delivery. The research highlights the importance of access to emotional support in reducing stress and improving maternal and child outcomes.
SourceDartmouth College·JournalEvolution Medicine and Public Health·TypeSurvey·DateFeb 3, 2025
Neuroscientist Inga Neumann discusses groundbreaking research on oxytocin, a neuropeptide that shapes social behavior and emotional responses. Her work has significant implications for treating social anxiety disorders and understanding stress resilience.
SourceGenomic Press·JournalBrain Medicine·TypeNews article·DateDec 24, 2024
A new study by UCL researchers found that mothers who regularly describe their child's thoughts and feelings have higher oxytocin levels in infants. The hormone oxytocin plays a crucial role in social relationships and bonding between parents and children.
SourceUniversity College London·JournalDevelopment and Psychopathology·DateNov 25, 2024
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Researchers have developed a new class of oral painkillers to suppress chronic abdominal pain. The painkillers are based on the peptide hormone oxytocin, which drives childbirth contractions, and work in the colon without crossing into the bloodstream.
SourceUniversity of Queensland·JournalAngewandte Chemie·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 18, 2024
Researchers investigate synthetic oxytocin as a potential pain reducer and addiction curber for susceptible older adults. A two-year study with NIH funding aims to evaluate the effects of oxytocin on acute pain management and opioid use.
A recent study at the University of Missouri discovered that oxytocin and corticotropin-releasing hormone cause the brainstem to become overactive, leading to hypertension. This finding can help develop targeted drugs to reduce high blood pressure in sleep apnea patients.
SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalThe Journal of Physiology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 23, 2024
A genetic study discovered a gene, TRPC5, associated with obesity, behavioral problems, and postnatal depression in mothers. Oxytocin may alleviate symptoms, suggesting it as a potential treatment for postnatal depression.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalCell·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 2, 2024
Researchers at Yokohama National University found that cinnamic acid activates oxytocin receptor expression, increasing hair growth gene expression in human dermal papilla cells. The compound showed a similar hair growth effect to oxytocin, with a 1.25-fold increase in hair shaft-like structures.
SourceYokohama National University·JournalScientific Reports·DateMar 26, 2024
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A new analysis reveals that approximately 30-90% of first-time mothers worldwide receive medical augmentation with oxytocin, despite only 10-15% experiencing prolonged labor. This excessive treatment increases the risk of stillbirths, brain damage, and complications for subsequent pregnancies.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences·JournalBMJ·TypeLiterature review·DateFeb 15, 2024
Research reveals oxytocin neurons in mouse brain modulate object recognition memory, with activation boosting long-term memory and implicating Alzheimer's disease. Oxytocin's role in social memory also highlighted, suggesting a potential link to loneliness or limited social engagement.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 13, 2024
A new study published in Nature found that a distinct area on the underside of the hypothalamus influences longer-lasting avoidance behavior after being defeated. The research suggests that oxytocin plays a key role in this process, binding to receptors on brain cells and signaling danger.
SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·JournalNature·DateJan 24, 2024
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A recent study published in Behavioural Sciences found that romantic love changes the way our brains react to our partners, making them the center of our lives. The research, led by ANU and UniSA researchers, sheds light on the mechanisms behind romantic love's evolution.
SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalBehavioral Sciences·TypeSurvey·DateJan 8, 2024
Researchers have discovered that the gut bacteria Lactobacillus reuteri produces oxytocin, a hormone involved in social behavior and wound healing, in human intestinal tissue. This finding provides a novel explanation for how the microbiome affects distant organs and suggests potential treatments for autism spectrum disorders.
SourceBaylor College of Medicine·JournalGut Microbes·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 2, 2023
A new study in rodents reveals that infant cries prompt the release of oxytocin, a brain chemical controlling breast milk, in mothers. The study shows how sound information travels to the brain, triggering the hormone release, which continues for around five minutes.
SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 20, 2023
A new study by Emory University neuroscientists reveals that oxytocin plays a key role in male zebra finches' learning to sing by imitating their elders. The hormone influences young birds' preference for certain 'voice coaches', shedding light on the neural underpinnings of social vocal learning.
SourceEmory University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 15, 2023
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Researchers have demonstrated a clinically relevant oxytocin deficiency in patients with vasopressin deficiency, which could lead to new therapeutic approaches for conditions like autism.
SourceUniversity of Basel·JournalThe Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology·DateMay 13, 2023
Researchers found that oxytocin levels increase when partner touches arm, then decrease with stranger's touch. Brain activity suggests adaptive responses to recent social context.
SourceLinköping University·JournaleLife·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 9, 2023
New research from Instituto Gulbenkian de Ciencia finds that zebrafish use oxytocin to recognize and mimic emotions, mirroring the behavior of humans and other mammals. The study suggests that this social behavior is evolutionarily conserved across species.
SourceInstituto Gulbenkian de Ciencia·JournalScience·DateMar 24, 2023
Research reveals that prairie voles can form enduring pair-bonds and provide parental care without oxytocin receptor signaling, contradicting previous studies. While mutant voles lack milk release, they still nurse and rear pups to weaning age, suggesting species-specific roles of oxytocin receptor signaling.
SourceCell Press·JournalNeuron·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 27, 2023
A study by UC San Francisco and Stanford Medicine found that removing the oxytocin receptor does not interfere with monogamy or giving birth. Prairie voles bred without receptors for oxytocin showed similar mating, attachment, and parenting behaviors as regular voles.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalNeuron·DateJan 27, 2023
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Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine discovered that oxytocin drives the development of neural connections in adult-born neurons. Oxytocin triggers a signaling pathway that promotes synapse maturation, enabling these new neurons to function properly.
SourceBaylor College of Medicine·JournalGenes & Development·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 8, 2022
A novel oxytocin derivative, PAS-CPPs-oxytocin, has been shown to improve cognitive function in mice with Alzheimer's-like symptoms. The derivative is delivered via intranasal administration and shows increased brain penetration compared to traditional intracerebroventricular delivery.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalNeuropsychopharmacology Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 24, 2022
A new study from Uppsala University found that using a weighted blanket at bedtime increases melatonin production by about 30 percent. The researchers also discovered that the weight of the blanket (12% of participant's body weight) reduced stress system activity, but had no effect on oxytocin and cortisol levels.
SourceUppsala University·JournalJournal of Sleep Research·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 3, 2022
Researchers discover that oxytocin stimulates stem cells to migrate and develop into cardiomyocytes in zebrafish and human cell cultures. This could lead to the regeneration of damaged hearts after a heart attack. The study found that oxytocin also activates EpiPCs, which can replenish lost cardiomyocytes.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 30, 2022
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A novel fluorescent sensor has been developed to visualize the release of oxytocin, also known as the 'happy hormone', in living animals. The sensor, called MTRIA OT, allows for real-time measurement of extracellular oxytocin dynamics in the brain, revealing variability in OT levels dependent on behavioral and physical conditions.
SourceOsaka University·JournalNature Methods·TypeImaging analysis·DateSep 22, 2022
A study published in Current Biology found that dogs shed tears associated with positive emotions, such as reuniting with their owners, suggesting a stronger bond between humans and dogs. Oxytocin may play a role in this emotional response, with researchers also noting that people tend to respond more positively to teary-eyed dog faces.
SourceCell Press·JournalCurrent Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 22, 2022
A new animal study finds that testosterone can foster friendly, prosocial behavior in males, in addition to aggression. The hormone appears to help animals rapidly pivot between prosocial and antisocial responses as the social world changes.
SourceEmory University·JournalProceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 11, 2022
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A new study explores relationships between domestic cats' hormone levels, gut microbiomes, and social behaviors in cohabitating groups. The research found that low testosterone and cortisol concentrations enabled cats to share space, while high oxytocin levels were associated with less affiliative behavior.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeObservational study·DateJul 27, 2022
Researchers at University of Essex found no benefit from oxytocin administration on healthy men's ability to recognize emotions. Computer-based emotional training programs proved more effective in improving emotion recognition and mental health.
SourceUniversity of Essex·JournalPhilosophical Transactions of the Royal Society of London·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 13, 2022
Administering oxytocin to central social network members spreads cooperation via increased punishment of uncooperative behavior, Li et al. found in a new study published in JNeurosci. Cooperation can conflict with individual goals, but oxytocin may have evolved humans' need for group living.
SourceSociety for Neuroscience·JournalJNeurosci·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 27, 2022
A new study found that the release of oxytocin is linked to increased kindness and life satisfaction, with participants showing more generous behavior and empathy as they aged. The findings support religious philosophies on the importance of helping others in enhancing life satisfaction.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience·DateApr 21, 2022
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Researchers found that an intranasal application of oxytocin could make lion interactions less life-threatening. After the treatments, lions displayed reduced vigilance towards other lions and became more tolerant of their presence.
SourceCell Press·JournaliScience·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 30, 2022