Submitted by Marnia on Wed, 2009-02-11 13:04
If you are aching because you don't have a partner, try some of these things to ease your discomfort while you're waiting. Many have been found by researchers to increase oxytocin, and /or speed the growth of new brain cells (which seems to protect against/reverse depression). Oxytocin is a hormone that eases cravings and withdrawal symptoms. It gives a nice warm feeling of connection. It also registers as soothing, even if the feeling is less intense than the neurochemical "reward" of orgasm. (However, oxytocin doesn't produce a hangover.)
Submitted by Marnia on Sun, 2010-10-10 10:56
Kind of an interesting take on things.
by Jeff Wise
Any time two or more people come together, one of them automatically and subconsciously establishes dominance. That's the reality of being a mammal. We're social creatures; a place in the hierarchy is a matter of life and death. We need allies to protect us, to fight with us, to groom us and help us bear and raise children. So our brains contain circuitry that automatically find a place for us in the social structure. Some dominate, others submit.
But how do our brains decide who will come out on top?
Submitted by light on Sat, 2010-10-02 11:46
Marnia, I have read 3/4 of your book and u write about the important role of oxytocin and how its good for health and also calming on nervous system. I wonder since I am not with a partner, what kind of things can I do to increase oxytocin? I dont have anyone to touch, hug, kiss etc. are there some activies I can do?
Submitted by Quizure on Fri, 2010-10-01 20:20
I just read a short, but interesting article on a science blog by Rick Hanson, Ph.D., The Evolution of Love
Kinda sounds to me like he's been reading Marnia's articles, though he doesn't mention Karezza, but he's very down with Oxytocin bonding. 
Here's a quote from it:
Humans are the most sociable species on earth – for better and for worse.
Submitted by Marnia on Tue, 2010-07-13 16:25
This is for hard-core science-y types. 
Below is a good review that discusses how social (and other) disorders may be related to the interaction between dopamine and oxytocin dysregulation. For us, it confirms the idea that the desire pathway, when dysregulated, can mess with social bonds.
Submitted by Marnia on Tue, 2010-07-13 15:33
Oxytocin mediates the antidepressant effects of mating behavior in male mice.
[Japan]
Abstract
Submitted by gary on Fri, 2010-06-25 18:13
Social Media Increases “Cuddle” Chemical Production in the Brain [STUDY]
Sometimes referred to as the “cuddle” chemical, oxytocin — a hormone produced in the brain — stimulates feelings of trust and security, reduces anxiety levels and may even produce positive sexual side effects. It sounds like a miracle drug, so how does one get their hands on it? Perhaps, simply by tweeting.
Submitted by gary on Fri, 2010-06-11 11:05
THE PRICKLY SIDE OF OXYTOCIN
Greg Miller
Submitted by Brenmal on Thu, 2010-05-27 12:10
I am coming up to 4 weeks without porn, prostitutes or masturbation. I am not missing these and I'm finding life without these is less stressful than I imagined. Rather than using these things something to turn to when things get tough I'm much more balanced.
Submitted by Parky on Fri, 2010-04-30 11:47
Hey everyone, here is an article on oxytocin just released on BBC news in the UK, some of you might find it interesting (although it is a bit basic if you've read CPA):
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/8653500.stm
Cheers,
Parky
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