Tag: oxytocin
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Sex File: Has Commitment Quieted the Spark After No-Strings Sex?
Introduction: The science behind the spark Many couples report a shift in intensity after transitioning from casual, no-strings sex to a more committed relationship. Scientists point to a cocktail of neurochemicals—oxytocin, norepinephrine, and dopamine—that fuel attraction and bonding. When you’re in love or sharing intimate moments with someone you’re drawn to, these chemicals light up…
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Sex File: No-strings Spark—Has Commitment Doused the Fire?
Introduction: The romance rush versus the steady flame Many people report that the exhilarating spark they felt during casual, no-strings sex shifts once commitment enters the scene. The question isn’t just about chemistry; it’s about how our brains respond to love, attachment, and the realities of a long-term partnership. Scientific studies show that the brain’s…
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Sex File: Does Commitment Douse the Spark After Great No-Strings Sex?
Why the Spark Feels Different When Commitment Arrives Many couples report that the heat of a no-strings, casual arrangement fades when commitment enters the picture. But is this a simple switch in mood, or a deeper shift in brain chemistry? Researchers compare the rush of romance to a cocktail of brain chemicals—oxytocin, dopamine, and norepinephrine—that…
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Longevity Breakthrough: Oxytocin + A5i Extend Lifespan
Overview New research suggests a dual-drug approach could unlock longer life in aging organisms. In a study published in Ageing-US, scientists explored a combination therapy using oxytocin and OT+A5i, a compound that blocks a key growth-regulating pathway. The aim: slow aging processes and improve healthspan by addressing two biological pathways that change with age. The…
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Promising Oxytocin and A5i Longevity Therapy in Mice Study
Can a dual-drug cocktail unlock longer life? New mouse study offers intriguing clues A recent study published in Ageing-US reports that a dual-drug approach combining oxytocin with an A5i inhibitor may modestly extend lifespan and improve health markers in aging mice. While the work is early and conducted in animals, the findings add to a…
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Could a New Drug Cocktail Unlock Longer Life? Promising Mouse Study Sparks Longevity Hope
Overview Scientists are exploring novel ways to slow aging and extend healthy life. In a recent study published in Ageing-US, researchers tested a dual-drug approach that targets two aging-related biological pathways in mice. The combination uses oxytocin, a hormone known to support tissue repair, and a second agent, OT+A5i, which blocks a key signaling pathway…
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Researchers Target Neural Interactions Shaping Drug and Social Reward in Breakthrough $3.7M Grant
Overview: A Bold Step Toward Understanding Drug Avoidance via Social Context Public health experts long considered substance use disorders a chronic, treatable brain disease. A new five-year study funded with a $3.7 million grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) will probe the neural conversations between social interaction and drug reward. Led by…
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FSU Research Award Seeks Neural Link Between Social Bonds and Drug Avoidance
Overview: A Groundbreaking Five-Year Study Researchers at Florida State University have secured a $3.7 million, five-year grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse to investigate how peer partners and social contexts shape drug avoidance. Led by Mohamed Kabbaj, a professor of biomedical sciences, and Zuoxin Wang, a professor of psychology, the project aims to…
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FSU Researchers Win $3.7M Grant to Unravel How Social Ties Shape Drug Avoidance
Introduction: A bold step in addiction research A five-year, $3.7 million grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) will propel a landmark study at Florida State University. Led by Mohamed Kabbaj and Zuoxin Wang, the project investigates how peer relationships and social context influence the brain’s response to drugs, with a focus on…