Chapter
The Myth of the "Love Hormone"
1:36:41 - 1:42:37 (05:56)
Studies comparing oxytocin genetics across different vole species have failed to find a correlation between monogamy and promiscuity, while endorphin genes have been found to explain the difference in mating habits.
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Vasopressin is being studied as the male equivalent of oxytocin, as it plays a crucial role in male monogamous species like voles.
1:36:41 - 1:38:57 (02:15)
Summary
Vasopressin is being studied as the male equivalent of oxytocin, as it plays a crucial role in male monogamous species like voles. Swedish research has shown that males with higher levels of vasopressin were found to be more faithful in their romantic partnerships.
ChapterThe Myth of the "Love Hormone"
Episode#520 - Robin Dunbar - The Evolutionary Psychology Of Love
PodcastModern Wisdom
Genetic studies indicate that while endorphins play an essential role across the board, dopamine is a crucial player in social behaviour, whereas oxytocin is specific for romantic relationships.
1:38:57 - 1:40:47 (01:50)
Summary
Genetic studies indicate that while endorphins play an essential role across the board, dopamine is a crucial player in social behaviour, whereas oxytocin is specific for romantic relationships. Vasopressin does not have any signature in social predisposition and relationship-building.
ChapterThe Myth of the "Love Hormone"
Episode#520 - Robin Dunbar - The Evolutionary Psychology Of Love
PodcastModern Wisdom
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1:40:47 - 1:42:37 (01:49)
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