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Basic Hormones

Written by tragic.sense — August 17, 2021

Dopamine is regulating the reward systems of the brain; behaviors and substances can become addictive because they stimulate dopamine release.

Serotonin smooths anxiety, depression, and mood fluctuations.

Oxytocin is released when we feel close and attached to someone and regulates empathy and positive emotions.

Adrenaline enables response to immediate danger by increasing blood flow and glucose levels.

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