Role of OT in Maternal Behavior
Role of OT in Maternal Behavior
Role of OT in Maternal Behavior
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Oxytoc<strong>in</strong><br />
Oxytoc<strong>in</strong> that is secreted <strong>in</strong>to the systemic circulation is<br />
produced by about 9000 magnocellular neurons, many <strong>of</strong><br />
which are aggregated <strong>in</strong> two hypothalamic nuclei:<br />
• supraoptic nucleus (SON)<br />
• paraventricular nucleus (PVN)<br />
Effects:<br />
• suppress appetite<br />
• stimulates male sexual arousal, female sexual receptivity<br />
• groom<strong>in</strong>g behavior<br />
• is antianxiolytic (<strong>in</strong>creases anxiety)
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