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Oxytocin is the chemical of love
Oxytocin is the chemical of love
When we are feeling "love", our brains release oxytocin and create downstream reactions that result in strong memories that strengthens bonding. Humans release oxytocin in a number of "love" making relationships, from petting our furry family members to engaging in deep conversation with friends.
Oxytocin is a hormone produced in the hypothalamus and secreted from the posterior pituitary gland.
Oxytocin is a hormone produced in the hypothalamus and secreted from the posterior pituitary gland.
Hormones are large signaling molecules that travel around the body, and have secondary affects on multiple organs and systems. The endocrine system regulates a lot of hormones, including oxytocin. Oxytocin can affect mood, appetite, and even metabolism.
Humans release small amounts of oxytocin when we show affection to our pets, and visa versa.
Humans release small amounts of oxytocin when we show affection to our pets, and visa versa.
Doctors have found that mutual gazing between humans and their dogs increases the owners’ oxytocin levels. This helps decrease anxiety and arousal levels, and slow the heart rate. The positive interaction between humans and dogs via mutual gazing may reduce stress activity for each other (Washington Post, 2016)
Humans release large amounts of oxytocin during intercourse.
Humans release large amounts of oxytocin during intercourse.
Oxytocin makes us instantly bond with those that we have intimate physical relations with. But be warned, this "love" is not all it takes to have a healthy and long lasting relationship.
According to one statistician, only 2% of marriages are to high school sweethearts, and only 54% of high-school sweetheart marriages last 10+ years. Don't fret if your first relationship doesn't work out. (Gaille, 2021)
Only 2% of high-school wed couples earn a college degree; love yourself first! (Gaille, 2021)
When a mother gives birth, they release huge amounts of oxytocin.
When a mother gives birth, they release huge amounts of oxytocin.
A study on mothers found that low levels of blood serum oxytocin was linked to postpartum depression and early breastfeeding cessation.
"The hormone causes uterine contractions during labor and helps shrink the uterus after delivery. When an infant suckles at his or her mother's breast, the stimulation causes a release of oxytocin, which, in turn, orders the body to "let down" milk for the baby to drink.
Dads who got a boost of oxytocin via a nasal spray played more closely with their 5-month-old babies than dads who didn't get the hormone zap, a 2012 study found." (LiveScience, 2015)
VOD Tutorial (Day 13)
VOD Tutorial (Day 13)
My Oxytocin (15 pts) + 10EC
My Oxytocin (15 pts) + 10EC
(5 pts) Go to molview.org, and load up the molecule "Oxytocin". Using the create molecules feature, make a "I love you" banner in atoms. Try to follow bonding rules (Carbon has 4 bonds, Oxygen has 2 bonds, Halogens have 1 bond) and take a picture of your finished picture!
(5 pts) Create a Google Slide presentation with at least 5 pictures of your loved ones. (1 pt/slide) Post the slides here!
(5 pts) Document your Dalgona Cookie Polymer lab (Lab 3) with at least 5 different (unique) pictures of your cookies or the lab.
(5 pts EXTRA CREDIT): Show your love for one of your favorite teachers. Download a 3D model (1 points) and personalize it with modifications specific for that teacher (1 points). Print the object (at home or using the Room 65 printers) (1 points) and then gift it to that teacher with picture evidence (2 points)
Go to Tinkercad.com. Make an account using your personal email
Go to Tinkercad.com. Make an account using your personal email
Modify your model in Tinkercad so that it includes the teacher's name
(5 points EXTRA CREDIT): Show evidence of SLC attendance. Acceptable evidence includes a selfie in Spartan Hall/Small Gym (during the event) or a picture of the sign-in sheets.
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