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The Oxytocin Factor - Kerstin Uvnas Moberg |
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The first book to reveal the importance of the whole oxytocin system for a general audience.
Oxytocin is the hormone involved in bonding, sex, childbirth, and breast-feeding, as well as in relaxation and feelings of calm. It is the mirror image of the stress hormone (adrenaline), which triggers the "fight or flight" systems in the body.
Both the new research findings and the potentially beneficial applications of this hormone in reducing anxietry states, stress, addictions, and problems of childbirth are fascinating and of great significance to our lives.
Review - ’A fascinating look at the roles of oxytocin – not only in breastfeeding and childbirth, but also in eating, socializing and sex’ – Mothering
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