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Is Dopamine For Motivation or Learning?
Neuroscientists talk a lot about neurotransmitters. These chemicals move from one neuron to another at synapses,…
Surprise! Less Oxytocin Might Improve Social Interaction
A potential downside to oxytocin: it might harm social interactions. This specific research finding offers teachers a general reminder: be skeptical of simplistic teaching advice based on hormones. Continue reading
Oxytocin in Crisis
Oxytocin is often described as the “love hormone.” Apparently lots of oxtyocin is swirling around…